This resource page serves as a hub to
connect underserved and marginalized
populations within the breast cancer
community, empowering our diverse
audience to find additional resources and
services that specifically highlight their
unique needs.
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LGBTQIA+
The LGBTQIA+ community experiences barriers to accessing and utilizing health care services due to marginalization and discrimination. Compounded with the lack of knowledge and negative attitudes from health care providers regarding sexual minorities and their health care needs, the odds of cancer diagnosis have increased between 50-70% within the the LGBTQIA+ community. Click below to locate services and additional programs that meet your specific needs.
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Racial & Ethnic Minorities
With the increase of early detection screenings and more effective treatments, breast cancer mortality rates have decreased overall. However, racial and ethnic disparities seen in healthcare and access to treatment have made it so that patients of color are less likely to obtain adequate treatment and supportive services compared to white patients. Click below to locate services and additional programs that meet your specific needs.
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Male Breast Cancer
According to the American Cancer Society, about 2,710 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in men and about 530 will die from breast cancer (American Cancer Society, 2022). Due to breast cancer being labeled as a “women's disease” there are few resources that directly target males within the breast cancer space. Click below to locate services and additional programs that meet your specific needs.
Our Ambassadors program is growing. Want to join us?
GBTP Ambassadors help other breast cancer patients and survivors by delivering care bags to newly diagnosed patients that live nearby
and connecting with & sharing their unique breast cancer story and experiences with other patients and survivors. As you consider joining our Ambassador team, please note your commitment to this is what we look for in our Ambassadors.
The Benefits:
Featured on Going Beyond the Pink Ambassador page
Chance to connect and share your unique experience of breast cancer with others who may feel alone in their journey
GBTP discounts for merch, events and Pink Squad membership
The Commitment:
Stay committed to program for at least a year following your acceptance into program
Attend any necessary meetings, ambassador training, etc.
Help identify ongoing issues within the breast cancer community
Participate in GBTP events
Be available to meet with person you’ve been matched with
Want to be a GBTP Ambassador? Complete the form below.