Advocacy
Beyond Pink TEAM’s advocacy mission is to eradicate breast cancer by acting on effective strategies addressed to Congress, the administration, research institutions and health care providers to end this disease. We advocate locally, as well as at the state and national level. 

What is
​Advocacy?

​Advocacy raises the conversation to a level that addresses the root of the problem. It involves research, education, lobbying, and asking tough questions to move the conversation beyond awareness toward actions that help end breast cancer,

Iowa Stop Breast Cancer

Join us on Facebook to engage in grassroots efforts to bring an end to breast cancer. We will keep you informed of public policy and research spending through advocacy alerts. You can make a difference

National Breast Cancer Coalition

The Beyond Pink TEAM is an organizational member of the National Breast Cancer Coalition (NBCC). Read more about how local advocates partner with NBCC to create a force that carries greater influence at a national and even worldwide level. ​

Research

Ensuring quality research means working consistently, year after year, to ensure adequate federal appropriations for high-quality, peer-reviewed research. Read more about how advocacy efforts impact breast cancer research.

Influencing
​Policy

Beyond Pink TEAM advocates partner with NBCC to educate the public and legislators at all levels, promoting policies that benefit overall health and reduce cancer risks. Read more about how influencing policy can protect the health of your community.

Access
​to Care

Access to comprehensive, quality healthcare is important for promoting and maintaining health. Learn more how Beyond Pink TEAM advocates work with NBCC to promote quality access to care, reduce health disparities,  and reduce administrative costs.​