VISION

The Oesophageal Cancer Fund is the national charity for Oesophageal Cancer in Ireland; bringing the good fight to a bad cancer.

The Vision of the Oesophageal Cancer Fund is that everyone affected by Oesophageal Cancer receives the earliest and best support and treatment possible. We are committed to creating better awareness of Oesophageal Cancer, and its risks and symptoms, to deliver early diagnosis and successful treatments.

MISSION

The Mission of the Oesophageal Cancer Fund is to foster a culture of partnership by working directly with people affected by Oesophageal Cancer, their families, clinicians, researchers, volunteers and other support and advocacy organisations to improve the experiences of and outcomes for people with Oesophageal Cancer. Together we aim to do so by providing dedicated support, raising awareness, engaging in research and advancing knowledge to support the early detection and prevention of Oesophageal Cancer.

VALUES

The Oesophageal Cancer Fund’s core values are inspired by Lucilla Hyland and who she was as a person.

They are expressed in all that we do.

Our Values;

We are Courageous – We stand up for what is right and face challenges with determination to get things done.

We are Collaborative – We thrive when working together.

We Empower - We recognise and celebrate potential.

We are Tenacious – We find a way, with energy, drive and enthusiasm.

We Inspire – We nurture new possibilities, input, ideas and ways of working.