World Cancer Day is an international day observed every 4 February to raise awareness about cancer, encourage its prevention, and mobilise action to address the global cancer epidemic. It's a global reminder that cancer impacts everyone, regardless of who we are or where we live.
The day is led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) and the theme for 2026 is United by Unique. This theme recognises that behind every cancer diagnosis lies a unique human story, which is why a person-centred approach to cancer care leads to the best outcomes.
As the state’s leading cancer control agency, the Cancer Institute NSW observes World Cancer Day and uses it as an opportunity to unite us all in our shared vision to lessen the impact of cancer in NSW.
World Cancer Day Multicultural Events
| Event details | Date and location |
|---|---|
| Western Sydney LHD - Pacifika Community - World Cancer Day - Volleyball Tournament. | Saturday, 31st January 2:00-6:00pm Kevin Betts Stadium, Mt Druitt |
| Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Foundation & Pakistan Association of Australia Cancer Awareness Session | Tuesday, 3 February 2026 The Granville Centre, Granville |
| South West Sydney LHD - Arabic/Assyrian community Men's Cancer Event | Friday, 6 February Fairfield Community Hall, Fairfield |
| Albury Wodonga Ethnic Communities Council Awareness Sessions | Sunday 1st & 7th February, 10:00am – 1pm Lavington Hall, Lavington |
| Pink Sari & SGL World Cancer Day Event | Saturday, 7 February, 2:30pm-7pm Blacktown Village Green and Blacktown Council |
| Afghan Women on the Move & Greater Western Sydney Advocacy Network Iftar Event | Friday, 20 February, 4pm-7pm Doonside |
| Sierra Leone Women's Wanword Association Community Health Awareness Day | Saturday, 21 February, 1pm-5pm Auburn Centre for Community, Auburn |
- NSW Cancer Plan:
- G1
