The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) advocates for evidence-based public policies to reduce the cancer burden for everyone. We engage our volunteers across the country to make their voices heard by policymakers at every level of government. We believe everyone should have a fair and just opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer.

Since 2001, as the American Cancer Society’s nonprofit, nonpartisan advocacy affiliate, ACS CAN has successfully advocated for billions of dollars in cancer research funding, expanded access to quality affordable health care, and advanced proven tobacco control measures.

We stand with our volunteers—people whose lives have been impacted by cancer—rallying to demand change. Together, we’re working to make cancer a top priority for public officials and candidates at the federal, state, and local levels. By engaging advocates across the country to make their voices heard, ACS CAN influences legislative and regulatory solutions that will end cancer as we know it, for everyone.

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American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN)

John Hoctor

Ian Lau

Jason Schefflin

Mark Fleury

Gladys A.

Aditya Gude

Alissa Crispino

Lisa A. Lacasse

The Leadership Team at ACS CAN provides strategic direction and oversight to drive the organization's mission of advocating for policies that combat cancer. Comprising top executives with expertise in advocacy, health equity, and policy development, the team collaborates to mobilize volunteers, influence legislative outcomes, and promote public awareness. Their collective leadership ensures that ACS CAN effectively represents the voices of cancer patients and survivors while pushing for critical advancements in cancer research and healthcare access.

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