Young Leaders Caucus

About the Young Leaders Caucus

The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Young Leaders Caucus is the ideal space for volunteers, aged 18-35, to connect and engage in cancer advocacy throughout the year. The Young Leaders Caucus fosters opportunities to connect young people to the work of ACS CAN and to others with similar interests. We work to elevate the perspectives of young people, including cancer survivors, about childhood and AYA, to inform and influence ACS CAN priorities and considerations.

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Meet the steering committee!

Meet the steering committee! These are the volunteer leaders of the YLC. Learn more their role in the YLC

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Newsletters

We release quarterly newsletters detailing our activity, upcoming events, and any timely announcements.

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Resources 

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Working Groups

Find a list of our working groups and their ongoing projects here.

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American Cancer Society Names Shane Jacobson as CEO

July 22, 2025

The American Cancer Society (ACS) and its advocacy affiliate the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) today announced Shane Jacobson as their chief executive officer, effective August 12, 2025. He steps into the role following Dr. Wayne A. I. Frederick who served as interim

Passage of the Budget Bill Will Terminate Health Coverage for Millions, Including Cancer Patients and Survivors

July 3, 2025

National

Following U.S. House passage of the budget bill containing the most devastating cuts to Medicaid in history and changes to the ACA Marketplace that will make it more expensive and difficult to obtain and keep health insurance, ACS CAN expresses deep disappointment and urges Congress to extend the enhanced ACA tax credits.

ACS CAN to Congress: Cancer Patients and Survivors Are Counting on You to Protect Their Access to Health Coverage

June 28, 2025

The U.S. Senate began its consideration of the budget bill that passed the U.S. House last month, which the Senate is set to begin voting on imminently. The Senate vote will be quickly followed by one in the House. The Senate bill doubles down on the harms in the

More than 30 Patient and Medical Professional Organizations Respond to US Supreme Court Decision that Protects Access to Lifesaving Preventive Care

June 27, 2025