YCS Community of Practice
The National Youth Cancer Service team at Canteen, in partnership with COSA, are pleased to welcome you to the 2025 YCS Community of Practice Meeting at the Hilton, Adelaide from Thursday 25 - Friday 26 September.
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 treatment and support to AYA's diagnosed with cancer.
This year's theme is Caring Together: A Collaborative Approach
With a strong focus on shared care through the patient's cancer journey, this year's meeting will provide a forum for case study discussion in sarcomas in AYAs, increase in incidence in bowel cancer and predisposition of breast cancer linking into genomic screening. The program will aim to cater for all disciplines and will include panel discussions, case studies and presentations that address caring together.
There will also be presentations on End of Life in AYA, post-acute treatment and care planning.
In addition to the meeting, Special Interest Group meetings will take place during the morning on Thursday 25 September. 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 come!
Registration
Registrations closed on Friday 5 September 2025
YCS Clinical Staff
Registration includes:
- Special Interest Groups, Thurs 25 Sep
- Community of Practice Meeting,
Thurs 25 Sep - Fri 26 Sep
- Group Dinner, Thurs 25 Sep
- Flights, meals & accommodation
Non-YCS Clinical Staff
Registration includes:
- Special Interest Groups, Thurs 25 Sep
- Community of Practice Meeting,
Thurs 25 Sep - Fri 26 Sep
- Group Dinner, Thurs 25 Sep
- Flights, meals & accommodation
Speaker
Registration includes:
- Community of Practice Meeting,
Thurs 25 Sep - Fri 26 Sep
- Flights, meals & accommodation
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 two 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.
Who do I contact if I have any questions about the Meeting?
Questions about the program?
Please contact Eliza Hayes from the YCS National Team eliza.hayes@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 Hilton, Adelaide from 25 - 26 September 2025.
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