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Every cancer experience is unique. No one should have to navigate cancer and work alone.

We work alongside people and workplaces to shape work in a way that reflects what matters most.

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✓ Aligned with the Australian Cancer Plan
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100+ people supported across Australia — doubling each year.

What we do

Practical, personalised support — for people, workplaces and healthcare.

We support people affected by cancer to navigate work and income in a way that reflects what matters most to them — and help workplaces respond with clarity and confidence.

For people & carers

Coaching, peer groups & information

One-to-one coaching, Work–Cancer Network groups, and information sessions for people navigating cancer and work — and the carers supporting them.

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For workplaces

Awareness, capability & advisory

Cancer awareness training, manager coaching, leader training and advisory — plus a pathway to become a CancerKind workplace.

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For healthcare

A referral pathway

A clear, accessible referral pathway for patients navigating work and cancer — complementing clinical care.

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Why it matters

Cancer affects far more than health.

It has a significant impact on work, relationships, finances and daily life — yet the systems around us are often not designed for this reality. This gap leaves many navigating cancer largely on their own.

Why it matters
40%
of people diagnosed with cancer will be of working age.
Bates N. et al. 2018
46%
of working-age people remain out of work after a cancer diagnosis.
Bates N. et al. 2018
38%
Reported losses ranging from $10,000 to over $200,000.
Meehan, D. et al.
42%
of cancer survivors are out of the workforce — vs 29% of people without cancer.
Thandrayen, J. et al.
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It was so great to find a group of people who understand what I am going through. The network helps me explore new career options and reminds me I’m not alone.

Peer Network member

Our impact

LiveWorkCancer has supported people across Australia to stay connected to work.

This is often the first time people speak with others who truly understand what it is like to manage work and cancer at the same time.

100+
people supported · doubling each year
9/10
report greater confidence, connection and clarity, and being well equipped
40+
Peer Network sessions
Supporting people from every walk of life — metro & regional, every career stage, every background.
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Sue Woodall, Founder & CEO of LiveWorkCancer

Our story

Work provides more than income.

It offers stability, dignity, identity, routine and social connection during a time of significant disruption. Our purpose is to bridge the gap between what people need and what is available — by providing practical support to people affected by cancer and their carers, and helping workplaces respond with clarity and confidence.

Because cancer should not cost anyone their work, their confidence, or their future.

Sue Woodall Founder & CEO
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Workplace accreditation

For workplaces

Become a CancerKind workplace.

A practical, evidence-based accreditation pathway for organisations supporting people affected by cancer. Retain experienced employees, reduce avoidable workforce exit, and support managers to lead with clarity.

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Trusted networks & affiliations

Australian Comprehensive Cancer Network
MASCC
Breast Cancer Network Australia
PoCoG
Way Ahead
IECL

About us

About LiveWorkCancer

Download our overview to learn more about who we are, what we do, and how we support people affected by cancer.

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