Pushing the boundaries of cancer policy dialogue in Europe
Join the esteemed European Cancer Forum to explore cancer policy with top minds from Ministries of Health, the European Commission and Parliament, academia, and patient groups. Since 2018, over 800 participants and 100+ esteemed speakers have attended this premier platform dedicated to advancing the conversation on cancer policy in Europe.
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Significant progress has been made in shaping cancer care policy at European level, yet challenges persist in ensuring its sustainable implementation for the future.
The 8th edition of the European Cancer Forum (ECF) will take place in Brussels on 2 December 2026, providing the opportunity to reflect on the current direction of cancer policy.
With increasing attention on how EU Member States implement the frameworks developed by European institutions, the goal is to ensure cancer remains a sustained political and financial priority by connecting the dots between EU-level policy momentum and national-level delivery.
The 2026 ECF will bring together academic experts, patient representatives, and European and national policymakers to discuss actionable recommendations that ensure the sustainable implementation of cancer policy for better patient outcomes.
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When & where
Wednesday, 2 December 2026 | Brussels
14:30–18:30 CET
Registration will open soon.
In case you missed it
The 7th European Cancer Forum
Under the theme “Innovation, Security and Sustainability: Shaping the Future of Cancer Care”, the 2025 European Cancer Forum brought together leading policymakers, healthcare professionals, industry experts, and patient advocates to reflect on the future of cancer care and to align health policy with Europe’s broader ambitions for innovation, security, and long-term sustainability. At a time when the EU’s agenda was shaped by a range of external challenges, discussions explored how oncology can remain a priority and how progress in cancer care can be sustained for the future.