Leadership
Guiding Our Direction
Our leaders set the direction of our support, making sure every activity puts the wellbeing of our members first.
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About Gamers Beat Cancer
We are a community built on a simple belief: gaming can bring comfort, connection and hope to people living with cancer.
Our Story
How a love of games grew into a support community for people facing cancer.
The Beginning
A Simple Idea
Gamers Beat Cancer began with the understanding that many people facing cancer found comfort in games, but had nowhere to talk about the emotional weight of their diagnosis.
Growing Together
A Welcoming Community
We opened our doors to people of all ages, backgrounds and types of cancer, creating a space where shared play leads to honest conversation.
Today
Supporting Mental Health
Our work now focuses on the mental health issues that come with living with cancer, including the trauma of diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.
Our Mission
Our mission is to support people of all ages, all backgrounds and all types of cancer to manage the emotional and mental health challenges of their illness. We use the Gift of Gaming to help people connect, cope and feel understood.
We are committed to making sure no one has to face the fear and isolation of cancer alone.
Our Values
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Compassion
We listen first, and we treat every person's experience with care and respect.
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Inclusion
Everyone is welcome, whatever their age, background or type of cancer.
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Honesty
We speak openly about the emotional realities of cancer and the support available.
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Our Team
A small group of dedicated people, supported by volunteers and gamers who care deeply about our community.
Volunteers
Hosting With Care
Our volunteers host sessions, listen to members and help build the friendly atmosphere that keeps people coming back.
'Gamers Beat Cancer gave me back a sense of normality. I found friends who understood, and that made all the difference.'
Supported since diagnosis
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Whether you want to receive support, volunteer or give, there is a place for you with Gamers Beat Cancer.
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