At So Brave, advocacy is at the heart of everything we do. Young women face unique challenges when it comes to breast cancer from delayed diagnosis, limited support services, and too often, voices that go unheard in policy and research decisions.
Our advocacy work makes sure that changes.
We speak directly to government, researchers, health professionals, and media to ensure the experiences of young women are recognised.
From national campaigns to grassroots initiatives, So Brave works tirelessly to raise awareness, and stand with young women facing breast cancer.
Improving diagnosis, care, and support for women diagnosed during pregnancy or postpartum The Pregnancy and Postpartum Associated Cancers (PAC) Project is being delivered nationally under the Cancer Priority Setting Partnership (CPSP) — a new...
Uniting Australia to recognise young women’s breast cancer On 1 September 2025, So Brave launched the first National Day of Awareness for Young Women’s Breast Cancer a moment to recognise, remember, and...
Creating a safe and supportive community for young women with cancer bravespace was created as a central, safe, and inclusive online community for young women diagnosed with cancer to access mental...
Bringing sensation-preserving reconstruction to Australia In 2021, So Brave held several patient and clinician webinars in collaboration with US-based specialists Dr Minas Chrysopoulo and Dr Anne Peled to introduce and promote sensation-preserving and resensating...
Empowering early detection through research and innovation So Brave supports cutting-edge research and innovation that can lead to earlier, easier, and more accurate detection of breast cancer, especially for young...
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Our advocacy has been featured across national media, amplifying the voices of young women, and driving systemic change. Get in touch if you’d like to partner with us.
Young women face significant barriers in getting an early diagnosis – from a lack of breast awareness to difficulties accessing diagnostic scans and the financial impact of ultrasounds, mammograms and MRIs. So Brave is advocating for better access – including a blood test for breast cancer so that all young women get the best possible chance to getting an early diagnosis.
Young women who are diagnosed while pregnant or shortly after giving birth face devastating choices around treatment, breastfeeding, and caring for a newborn. We are advocating for clear clinical guidelines, better support pathways, and recognition of this unique group of patients.
Young women face unique challenges: raising children, navigating careers, body image, and relationships all while undergoing treatment, surgery, and recovery. We are pushing for targeted mental health and survivorship support services that meet the realities of younger patients.
Your voice matters. Get involved in our advocacy campaigns or share your story with us today.