For more than 20 years, the ICC biennial symposium series has provided a forum for the issue of disproportionate cancer incidence, morbidity and mortality in minority and medically underserved populations in the United States and its associated territories. Each meeting has united representatives from all areas and perspectives of the disease with the leadership and front-line voices from the affected communities. Our purpose has been to ignite a dialogue and explore issues, find solutions, and make recommendations for change in the complex world of cancer.

When we began in 1987, the issue of health disparities was a novelty.  Today, the topic has joined the mainstream.  The vision of raising awareness to the issues surrounding disparities in health care has been realized and our national network strengthened.  

The symposium series has provided a unique opportunity to create a dynamic synergy of respect and celebration of our ethnic and cultural diversity, while recognizing our common humanity and the goal of survivorship. The ICC continues to ‘speak with one voice’ and connect our national network and their communities with innovative and, again, novel activities to help eliminate the barriers to cancer care.

Please join us as we strengthen our efforts and chart a new course of our journey.  Joining the ICC network is free and easy – just click on ‘Join Our Network’ on the left column of this page and follow the instructions.  You will automatically be notified of upcoming meetings and activities.

Be a part of our future!

Questions?  Contact the Symposium Office.