YCS Community of Practice
The National Youth Cancer Service team at Canteen, in partnership with COSA, are pleased to welcome you to the 2024 YCS Community of Practice Meeting at the Novotel Darling Square, Sydney from Thursday 22 - Friday 23 August.
The Community of Practice meeting is an opportunity for clinicians from across the country to connect with one another who share the same passion towards providing the best care and support to AYAs diagnosed with cancer.
This year's theme is Where's your head at?.
With a strong focus on the health and mental well-being of clinicians and AYAs, this year's meeting will provide a range of strategies and practical tools for self-care including panel discussions, case studies and presentations that address coping with the ongoing challenges of delivering care to AYA patients.
There will also be presentations on Genomics and a panel discussion addressing Lymphoma cancer care treatment.
In addition to the meeting, Special Interest Group meetings will take place during the afternoon on Thursday 22 August. These are intimate sized groups designed to encourage practical discussions and are an excellent way to learn from each other's experiences.
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Youth Cancer Service and Canteen acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as Australia’s First Peoples and sovereign Custodians of this land. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.
We are committed to providing inclusive and appropriate support for First Nations young people, their kin and community impacted by cancer.
Ngalaya (Dharawal for ally or friend in battle), is an artwork commissioned by Canteen created by Kamilaroi and Jerrinja woman and artist Jasmine Sarin.
Program
CLICK HERE for a downloadable version of the program.
Speakers
More speakers to be announced soon!
Registration
Registrations closed on Friday 9 August 2024
YCS Clinical Staff
Registration includes:
- Special Interest Groups, Thurs 22 Aug
- Group Dinner, Thurs 22 Aug
- Community of Practice Meeting,
Fri 23 Aug
- Flights, meals & accommodation
Non-YCS Clinical Staff
Registration includes:
- Special Interest Groups, Thurs 22 Aug
- Group Dinner, Thurs 22 Aug
- Community of Practice Meeting,
Fri 23 Aug
- Flights, meals & accommodation
COSA Delegate
Registration includes:
- Community of Practice Meeting,
Fri 23 Aug
Testimonials
This was my first CoP and I was impressed with the quality of the speakers.
Anonymous
An absolutely wonderful and invigorating experience. So thankful for the opportunity and truly am taking away so much more than I could have expected from 1 and a half days.
Anonymous
Presentations were all relevant to my practice. Being in the same space as other AYA clinicians to share experience and ideas to improve practice.
Anonymous
FAQs
What is the purpose of the Meeting?
The YCS Community of Practice Meeting is an excellent professional development opportunity for clinicians to come together in a dedicated forum that assists skill development, discussions around best practice, and research. It's an opportunity for clinicians from across the country to connect with one another with a continued focus to support AYAs diagnosed with cancer.
Is it free to attend the Meeting?
Yes, it is complimentary to attend. Travel, meals and accommodation are covered for all YCS staff and selected non-YCS staff.
Who can attend the Meeting?
The Meeting will be open to all YCS staff and selected non-YCS staff, as well as COSA delegates.
Who do I contact if I have any questions about the Meeting?
Questions about the program?
Please contact Trent Rosen from the YCS National Team trent.rosen@canteen.org.au.
Questions about the venue, catering, transport, travel, accommodation or technical support?
Please contact Isabella Mee from Alignment Event Solutions on isabella@alignmentevents.com.au.
When and where is the Meeting being held?
The Meeting is being held in person at the Novotel Sydney Darling Square from 22 - 23 August 2024.
ABOUT YOUTH CANCER SERVICE, CANTEEN AUSTRALIA
Youth Cancer Service provides specialist treatment and support for young people with cancer aged 15 - 25 and is based in major hospitals throughout Australia. About 75% of newly diagnosed young cancer patients are now being treated and supported through Youth Cancer Services.
FORUM MANAGERS
Alignment Event Solutions E: isabella@alignmentevents.com.au W: www.alignmentevents.com.au P: +61 2 9371 1893