Programme

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Programme

From European Ambition to Action

The EUnetCCC Annual Meeting 2026 will bring together Comprehensive Cancer Centres, healthcare professionals, researchers, policymakers, patient representatives and key stakeholders from across Europe to explore how collaboration can drive excellence, innovation and equity in cancer care.

Through a carefully curated programme, the meeting will provide a platform for knowledge exchange, strategic dialogue and shared learning, highlighting how the European Network of Comprehensive Cancer Centres contributes to advancing cancer care, research and education across Europe.

Programme Overview

Part I | The Vision

The meeting will commence with a series of high-level sessions designed to set the strategic context for the discussions ahead. Participants will explore the evolving landscape of cancer care, research and education in Europe, while reflecting on the role of Comprehensive Cancer Centres in addressing current and future challenges.

Part II | From Vision to Action

The central component of the programme will focus on the practical implementation of the European vision for cancer care, showcasing experiences, initiatives and collaborative approaches from across the network.

Discussions will be organised around five thematic pillars:

  • Prevention, Early Detection and Diagnostics – Exploring innovative approaches to cancer prevention, screening, early detection and precision diagnostics, with a focus on improving outcomes and supporting more personalised pathways of care.
  • High-Quality Care, Standards and Equity –  Examining how quality standards, integrated models of care and cross-border collaboration can contribute to reducing disparities and strengthening excellence throughout Europe.
  • Research, Innovation and Clinical Trials –  Highlighting the role of research, innovation and collaborative clinical trials in accelerating scientific progress and translating discoveries into improved patient outcomes.
  • Treatment, Survivorship and Quality of Life –  Addressing the full continuum of care, from treatment and clinical excellence to survivorship, rehabilitation and long-term quality of life.
  • Reducing Inequalities and Strengthening Capacity – Focusing on capacity building, knowledge exchange and collaborative mechanisms that support more equitable access to expertise, resources and high-quality cancer care across Europe.

Part III | From Action to Policy

Building on the insights generated throughout the meeting, the final sessions will look ahead to future priorities for Comprehensive Cancer Centres and their contribution to the continued development of Europe’s cancer agenda.

Participants will be invited to reflect on key lessons learned, emerging opportunities and the strategic directions needed to strengthen cancer care systems for future generations.

Programme Formats

The Annual Meeting will feature a variety of interactive and collaborative formats, including:

  • Plenary sessions
  • Thematic discussions
  • Expert exchanges
  • Networking opportunities
  • Showcases of innovative practices and initiatives from across the European cancer community

Further Information

Additional details regarding the agenda, speakers and session content will be published in due course.