The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation Opens Call for Minority Advisory Group Nominations
The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation Opens Call for Minority Advisory Group Nominations
African American, Hispanic/Latina and Asian-Pacific Islander Groups Focus on Breast Health Education, Outreach
DALLAS - October 10, 2005 - The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, the nation's leading private source of funding for breast cancer research, education, screening and treatment, is accepting nominations for new members to serve on its three minority advisory councils. Councils include the African American National Advisory Council (AANAC), the National Hispanic/Latina Advisory Council (NHLAC) and the Asian American and Pacific Islander National Advisory Council (AAPINAC).
The individual term of service on each of the three advisory groups is three years.
The minority advisory groups are instrumental in the Komen Foundation's efforts to reduce disparities in breast cancer mortality and morbidity among U.S. minority populations. Members of the advisory groups provide crucial input and guidance in multiple areas of the Komen Foundation's mission, including patient advocacy, education, program planning, partnerships, grants funding and volunteer opportunities.
Total membership on each council is no less than 11 members, including the chairperson. Knowledge and understanding of cultural nuances and issues relating to specific ethnic groups is important. A minimum two years of experience in breast health/breast cancer outreach and/or education, either professionally or on a volunteer basis, is required. Relevant background experience can include involvement in community outreach, research, academia, health education, communications, business, health care, government and public policy. Breast cancer survivors are encouraged to apply.
Completed nomination materials must arrive no later than 5:00 p.m. CST on Wednesday, November 2 at the Komen Foundation headquarters:
The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
c/o Cheryl Kidd, Director of Education
5005 LBJ Freeway, Suite 250
Dallas, Texas 75244
The new minority advisory group members will be chosen in December 2005 and their term of service will begin in April 2006.
For further information on Komen Foundation minority advisory groups, please contact Debbie Bryan at (972) 855-4312 or dbryan@komen.org.
