Calling All Public Speakers
The NCSD Foundation invites applications from experienced speakers with expertise in cancer-related subjects. All submissions must be received by October 31.
The National Cancer Survivors Day Foundation is compiling a listing of compelling professional speakers qualified to speak on topics of interest to cancer survivors. The NCSD Speakers Bureau Roster will be used by cancer-related organizations to source public speakers for National Cancer Survivors Day 2026 celebrations, as well as other events held throughout the year.
The Foundation is accepting applications from local, national, and international public speakers now through October 31. To apply, visit ncsd.org/speakers.
Being listed in the NCSD Speakers Bureau Roster allows speakers to increase their visibility within the cancer community and potentially reach new audiences. There is no charge to be included.
The digital Roster will be distributed to organizations, support groups, hospitals, and treatment centers who are holding NCSD events in their communities. These organizations use the Roster to book guest speakers for their local NCSD celebrations, as well as other cancer survivor events held throughout the year.
National Cancer Survivors Day, observed annually on the first Sunday in June, is a cherished Celebration of Life that highlights the resilience, strength, and courage of those who have fought and continue to fight cancer. Hundreds of cities across the U.S. and abroad will hold celebrations on this day to honor cancer survivors and raise awareness of the ongoing challenges these survivors face.
National Cancer Survivors Day 2026 will be celebrated on Sunday, June 7.
Notable public speakers who have been listed in the NCSD Speakers Bureau Roster include:
* Erin Andrews – Sportscaster, television personality, and cervical cancer survivor
* Daniel G. Garza – Patient leader, HIV and cancer advocate, and anal cancer survivor
* Sean Swarner – Speaker, author, adventurer, and 2-time cancer survivor
* Natasha Verma – news anchor, founder of Verma Foundation, and Hodgkin lymphoma survivor
