2026, Sydney Information & Support Day

Event description

This Information & Support Day is designed for people and families of Jewish ancestry, where some gene variants linked to inherited cancer risk, such as BRCA1 and BRCA2, are more common. 

Much of the information shared is also relevant to people outside of the Jewish community who are navigating genetic testing, living with inherited cancer risk, or supporting a family member, and they are welcome to attend. 

Supported by the Wolper Jewish Hospital Health Foundation and facilitated by our Programs & Advocacy Manager Robyn Smith, the day brings together multidisciplinary experts and lived experiences to provide clear, evidence-based information and support. 

Who this event is for 

You may find this event helpful if you: 

• are a person of Jewish ancestry at any stage of learning about or navigating inherited cancer risk 

• are exploring genetic testing 

• have an identified gene variant linked to inherited cancer risk, for example BRCA1, BRCA2, ATM, PALB2, CHEK2, RAD51C, or Lynch syndrome 

• are living with a strong family history of breast, ovarian, bowel or prostate cancer 

• are supporting a family member, partner or someone close to you with inherited cancer risk 

Event details

This event includes three expert panel discussions and time for connection: 

• Panel 1 – Genetics updates, managing mental health, prostate cancer risk and screening information 

• Panel 2 – Risk management options, including surveillance, medication and surgical approaches for bowel, breast, gynaecological and other cancers, cancer research and treatment and managing medically induced menopause 

• Panel 3 – Living with inherited cancer risk for people in the Jewish community, including discussions about: genetic testing options, fertility and family planning, including IVF and preimplantation genetic testing 

You’ll hear from a multidisciplinary panel including genetic counsellors, psychologists, menopause specialists, oncologists, surgeons, gastroenterologists, fertility specialists and researchers, alongside lived experience speakers who share personal perspectives. 

You are welcome to bring family, friends or a support person. Each person attending will need to register in advance.  

If cost is a barrier, please contact Charlie at charlie@inheritedcancers.org.au to discuss available support options. 

This is a registration-only event. Registrations will close one week prior to the event, and full event details will be shared once registration is complete. 

Privacy, Safety & Event Conditions

Your safety and privacy are important to us. By registering for and attending this event, you acknowledge that security measures, including RSVP verification, will be in place at entry. Please allow extra time for this check, as only pre-registered attendees will be admitted. 

By attending, you also consent to the collection and use of your personal information for event delivery, safety, and communication purposes. All information will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws. 

If you have any questions or specific requirements, please contact our team ahead of the event. 

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