National LGBT Cancer Network

The National LGBT Cancer Network addresses the needs of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender cancer survivors and those at risk through

Educating the LGBT community about our increased cancer risks and the importance of screening/early detection,
Training healthcare providers to offer more culturally competent, safe and welcoming care to LGBT patients, and
Advocating for LGBT inclusion in national cancer organizations, research and the media.

Website:

http://www.cancer-network.org

City:

New York City

State:

New York

Country:

USA

Key Resources:

Take Care of That Body

Ovarian Cancer in lesbians and trans men

Reexamining LGBT Healthcare, a cultural competence curriculum

Directory of LGBT-friendly, free/low cost cancer screening facilities across the country

Organization Type: Community Based Organization

Geographic Identifier: US - National

Target Population: African American or Black, American Indian or Alaska Native, Asian American, Elderly, Hispanic/Latino, Multicultural/Mixed Populations, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Immigrants, White, LGBTQ, Low Income

Topic Areas: Health Professions School Programs, National, Organizational Cultural Competence, Continuing Education, Mental Health/Substance Abuse, Curricula Development, Patient Education and Support, Workforce Diversity, Assessment, Community Education, Community Engagement, Cultural Competence Training, Cultural Competence 101

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