Connecting Research and Community
Catchment Area
From Milwaukee neighborhoods to rural and Tribal communities, the Cancer Center serves 3.4 million people across 29 counties in eastern Wisconsin. The region includes people with diverse backgrounds, health needs and experiences.
Community Outreach and Engagement Office
The Community Outreach and Engagement Office (COE) works directly with communities to identify barriers to cancer prevention and care, improve access to resources and help more people participate in research.
Community Education
From conversations about cancer prevention and screening to community events and mobile health services, education programs connect people with practical information and opportunities to protect their health.
Cancer Control Program
The Cancer Control Program examines why cancer risks and outcomes differ across populations, studying the biological, social and environmental factors that contribute to disparities and identifying opportunities to improve prevention, screening and care.
Community and Cancer Science Network
Through a partnership with the American Cancer Society, this statewide network connects more than 160 community leaders, researchers and clinicians to develop sustainable solutions to cancer disparities across Wisconsin.
Community Advisory Board
The Community Advisory Board gives residents, cancer survivors and community leaders a voice in the Cancer Center’s work, helping guide priorities, research, outreach and education.