A 10-week virtual education program open to cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers across the cancer continuum.

This scalable, evidence-informed educational and psychosocial support model is built by, for, and with the cancer community. Through a focus on skill-building, Ignite aims to improve resilience, empowering participants to navigate the constant uncertainty of cancer and thereby improve their quality of life. Each week, participants engage in a 60-minute facilitated session introducing a new skill, followed by reflection exercises, activities, and partner discussions with fellow cohort members to practice and integrate the skill. The program builds upon these skills progressively, providing a structured framework for participants to process their cancer experience and develop the necessary emotional tools to thrive — a foundation from which they can effectively support others impacted by cancer. Ignite is rooted in peer-to-peer support, growth, and emotional healing from adversity. Alumni of the Ignite Experience have the opportunity to apply to participate in our peer-facilitator training program, Amplify. Amplify blends curriculum and practical experience facilitating our virtual Ignite Experience and onsite Mizizi Workshops in Kenya, allowing AFC to grow our facilitation team and scale our programs.

Click here to learn more about the Ignite Experience or contact Terri Wingham at terri@afreshchapter.com to explore partnership opportunities for AFC’s 2024 Ignite Experience.

A six-week virtual education program focused on the human side of leadership open to cancer patients, advocates, and leaders.

The AFC Leaders Program is a foundational leadership development that focuses on themes like emotional intelligence, compassionate leadership, embracing a growth mindset, resilience, and inclusion. The core program consists of six weeks of virtual one-hour sessions that explore leadership through the lens of AFC’s tools as well as I.D.E.A. (inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility). Participants that complete the core program also have the opportunity to register for additional sessions related to advocacy and program facilitation.

Click here to learn more about the AFC Leaders Program or contact Terri Wingham at terri@afreshchapter.com to explore partnership opportunities for our 2024-2025 AFC Leaders Program.

A yearlong virtual cross-cultural leadership program that includes an immersive two-week experience onsite in Kenya.

Each year, AFC brings together employees of our partner organizations with Kenyan and U.S.-based cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, and advocates. All selected participants work in cross-cultural teams on vital projects aimed at advancing AFC’s important work in Africa. In 2024, this includes the development and delivery of AFC’s inaugural two-day Summit held during the onsite portion of the program. The Summit will provide AFC Alumni and African cancer advocates skill-transfer and professional development opportunities, with a particular focus on relationship-based policy advocacy and leadership skills.

Click here to learn more about the Africa Elevate Fellowship or contact Terri Wingham at terri@afreshchapter.com to explore partnership opportunities for AFC’s 2024 Africa Elevate Fellowship.

Grassroots in-person workshops designed for Kenyan cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers.

Mizizi workshops are half-day interactive in-person workshops that bring AFC’s skills and concepts to grassroots communities across Kenya. Participants gain access to tools and frameworks for building emotional awareness and resilience, while having the opportunity to connect with others in their community affected by cancer. These workshops are led by Kenyan AFC Facilitators who are personally impacted by cancer, receive ongoing training, and translate AFC concepts into local languages.

Click here to learn more about Mizizi Workshops or contact Terri Wingham at terri@afreshchapter.com to explore partnership opportunities for AFC’s 2024 Mizizi Workshops.

Virtual workshops that offer new tools, resources, and perspectives to help balance both cancer and life.

AFC’s Empower Workshops are unique, short-form programs (1-2 hours) that provide a space for individuals impacted by all types and stages of cancer to connect with one another. In these workshops, AFC nurtures a sense of community while offering fresh perspectives and tools to inspire resilience, even when life is difficult.

Learn more about upcoming Empower Workshops here or contact Terri Wingham at terri@afreshchapter.com to learn more about creating a customized workshop for your employees or advocacy partners.