About

Cancer Council Tasmania

Cancer Council Tasmania is a charity working to minimise the incidence and impact of cancer on all Tasmanians.

Almost ten Tasmanians are diagnosed with cancer each day – making our work in Tasmania vital to the health of the community. Check out the Cancer Council Tasmania website for more details. 

Our vision

A cancer free future

Our mission

To reduce the incidence and impact of cancer on all Tasmanians.

Our values

Generosity

We give generously of ourselves. We value and appreciate the generosity of the community.

Integrity

We are accountable. We do what we say we will do.

Collaboration

We actively work together to make a real difference.

Courage

We recognise courage in others and are inspired to speak out and step up.

Innovation

We encourage innovation and embrace thought leadership. We strive for excellence.

Our Goals

Sustainable Business Model

Consistent revenue that meets the organisation’s service delivery requirements.

Service Recipient/Client Focus

The provision of relevant, quality and accessible services to Tasmanians.

Reputation & Brand

Positive recognition by Tasmanians of who we are and what we do.

Prevention

To broaden the reach of CCT cancer prevention efforts.

Advocacy

Giving Tasmanians a voice. Raising the public profile of CCT.

Our priority areas

  • To encourage Tasmanians to lead healthier lifestyles to reduce their cancer risk
  • To ensure that governments support the evidence and initiatives to reduce cancer risk
  • To empower and support people affected by cancer
  • To enable the community to raise funds to help beat cancer
  • To contribute to Tasmanian based cancer research