Working with Cancer Conversation Guide

The Working with Cancer Conversation Guide equips employees and leaders with the tools to initiate meaningful conversations about supporting colleagues affected by cancer. Developed in partnership with the global Working with Cancer initiative, this guide empowers organizations to take a public pledge toward building a recovery-forward and stigma-free workplace.

With over 2,500 companies already committed, the guide outlines how to engage leadership, describe the pledge, and communicate the value of fostering transparency and support for employees facing a cancer diagnosis. It provides practical insights into the benefits of joining, highlights real data on employee perceptions, and reassures companies of all sizes that taking the pledge does not require financial or policy overhauls—just a commitment to compassion.

By adopting this initiative, companies can strengthen morale, demonstrate their values, and create a safer, more inclusive environment for all employees navigating serious health challenges.

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