This webinar will provide an overview of the FORCE Consortium, its scientific vision, and the key aspects of the current call. It is designed to provide participants with a clear understanding of the call and its objectives while ensuring sufficient opportunity to ask questions and receive guidance from the consortium representatives.

FORCE (Fostering Oncology Research by Charities in Europe) is a European consortium of cancer charities committed to advancing pragmatic, patient-centered oncology research across Europe.

United by a shared vision to improve outcomes for people affected by cancer, we work together to support high-impact, nonprofit-led research – especially in areas with high and unmet medical needs.

Our mission is to bring the voices of patients and citizens into cancer research and help shape solutions that are not only scientifically sound, but also pragmatic, accessible, and affordable. As charities, we are uniquely positioned to drive forward clinical trials that make a real difference in everyday care.

Proposed agenda :

15 minutes – Introduction to FORCE, the consortium, and the overall scientific scope of the call (Kerstin Sollerbrant, Barncancerfonden - The Swedish Childhood Cancer Fund)

15 minutes – Presentation of the call, including requirements, expectations, and key considerations for patient involvement (Robrecht Lembrechts, Kom op Tegen Kanker)

Remaining time – Open Q&A session with participants