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Cancer Policy has a New Voice in Atlanta

July 2, 2026

Georgia

ATLANTA – Michael Cortes has joined the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) as government relations director for the state of Georgia. In this role, Cortes will lead ACS CAN’s efforts to advance legislation and public policies to reduce the cancer burden. “I am honored to advocate

Georgia State Lead Ambassador

March 11, 2026

Georgia

Pastor Jill Henning Jill has served as the State Lead Ambassador (SLA) since January 2025. Prior to becoming SLA, she held leadership roles as Vice SLA and ACT Lead. As the state lead volunteer, Jill works closely with ACS CAN staff, Georgia’s ACT Leads and Legislative Ambassadors in support

MEDIA ADVISORY—SPOKESPERSON AVAILABLE Advocates to Gather Under Gold Dome for World Cancer Day

January 30, 2026

Georgia

ATLANTA – Advocates with the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) will gather under the Gold Dome on Wednesday, February 4, to mark World Cancer Day and advocate for improved access to care in the Peach State. Volunteers will be in various parts of the Capitol from

Emory Lights of Hope to Honor Lives Touched by Cancer

September 30, 2025

Georgia

ATLANTA – The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is partnering with students at Emory University to host a Lights of Hope Night of Remembrance and Advocacy on Wednesday, October 1, to honor lives touched by cancer and champion the urgent need for continued investment in funding