Melanoma Awareness Foundation

Dedicated to reducing the impact of melanoma on the Queensland community through education and awareness.

What is Melanoma?

Melanoma is cancer that develops in the skin’s pigment cells (melanocytes).
Melanoma is the most serious form of skin cancer.
It typically starts on the outer layer of your skin (epidermis).

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A Collaborative Project by Child Writes & Melanoma Awareness Foundation

LYNDA GEIGER PARENT EDUCATION PROGRAM

The Parent Education Program delivers education forums to parents with a view to empowering Queensland mums and dads to play lead roles in melanoma prevention. Contact us today to book a complimentary morning tea at your local pre-school, kindy, playgroup or child care centre.

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RAISED $32,500 GOAL $50,000

YOUTH EDUCATION PROGRAM

The youth education program ‘YEP’ addresses the increasing incidence of melanoma among young Queenslanders through secondary education. Contact us today to get your school involved.

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RAISED $250 GOAL $10,000
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Melanoma is the number 1 cancer in Queensland for people under 35 and it takes the lives of almost twice as many people as road accidents.

Help us make a difference and save lives.

We welcome new volunteers to join with us in raising funds, delivering programs and running events.

Contact us today and start saving lives!

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