BlackDoctor.org Introduces Video Series in Partnership with OCRA
A new video series from BlackDoctor.org in collaboration with Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance is giving voice to the experiences of Black women diagnosed with ovarian cancer.
In the first five episodes, Tiffani, Vernelia, Camille, and Kristen, members of OCRA’s community, talk candidly about navigating diagnosis, treatment, and changing relationships; offering their perspectives on resources and support, and underscoring the need for equitable, accessible care, and Dr. Dineo Khabele of OCRA’s Scientific Advisory Committee provides her expert perspective. Tracy Moore, LCSW, OCRA’s Vice President of Support & Education, will close out the series next week with information on OCRA’s programming and how patients can find support.
Through partnerships like these, advocacy initiatives, and equity-focused studies identifying and addressing disparities, OCRA is committed to bridging gaps in outcomes and advancing compassionate, inclusive support for every patient.
OCRA Awards New Research Funding
OCRA announced it has awarded $6 million in new research funding for projects that will begin in 2025. Selected from a record number of applicants through a competitive review, these projects hold promise for important breakthroughs in recurrence, treatment resistance, outcome disparities, and more. More details will be shared in the coming months.
Urgent Action Alert
Urge Congress to Pass the Multi-Cancer Early Detection Act
& Finalize the 2025 Budget with Cancer Research Funding
Advocate’s Corner
OCRA’s Advocates are working hard to make things happen in Congress before the year ends, with the Multi-Cancer Early Detection Act and 2025 appropriations budget among our top priorities.
Want to take part in all the action?
Research & Publications
- OCRA-funded research is expanding the impact of DNA and RNA data in the Cancer Genome Atlas and Cancer Cell Line Encyclopedia.
- Scientists are carrying forward learnings from an OCRA-funded immunotherapy study.
- OCRA co-authored a major collaborative study identifying and addressing cancer caregiver needs.
Support Series & Roundtables: New Offerings
- Book Club will take place on November 12th at 3PM. This month’s reading is “Titanium Noir” by Nick Harkaway.
- On November 14th at 1PM we will host a special Caregiver Roundtable session in Spanish in honor of Caregiver Awareness Month.
- Express Yourself! with the theme “Thankful Tree” will take place on November 21st at 3PM.
- A 90-minute Health Equity Roundtable will take place on December 12th at 8PM.
All times are listed in Eastern. Advance registration is required.
Ways to Give
- October is Financial Planning Month. Learn how you can make a lasting impact with estate planning, workplace giving, and financial gifts such as stocks or IRA distributions.
- Starting to plan your holiday giving? Give with confidence, knowing that OCRA has earned the highest possible rating from Charity Navigator and Guidestar, and meets the Standards for Charity Accountability set forth by the Better Business Bureau’s Wise Giving Alliance.
