Our Story
Building a world where cancer survivorship is equitable for all communities
Our Mission
To support BIPOC cancer survivors through direct assistance, advocacy, and research while addressing the systemic inequities that create disparities in cancer outcomes.
Our Vision
A future where every cancer survivor—regardless of race, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status—has equal access to quality care, support, and the opportunity to thrive.
Leadership
Founder's Story
United Colors of Cancer was founded by cancer survivor and advocate Bikira Radcliffe.
Bikira's journey through cancer revealed the significant disparities that many communities of color face when navigating diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship. Her experience highlighted the importance of community support, representation, and advocacy in improving outcomes for individuals affected by cancer.
Motivated by a commitment to ensure that no one facing cancer would feel unseen or unsupported, Bikira founded United Colors of Cancer to strengthen support networks for BIPOC cancer survivors and to help elevate community voices in national conversations on cancer equity.
Our Core Values
Equity
We work to dismantle the systemic barriers that create disparities in cancer outcomes.
Community
Survivor voices and experiences guide everything we do.
Representation
BIPOC survivors deserve to be seen, heard, and centered in cancer research and support.
Compassion
We meet survivors where they are with dignity, empathy, and unconditional support.
Leadership & Advisory Board
Bikira Radcliffe
Founder & Executive Director
Cancer survivor, advocate, and researcher committed to health equity.
Advisory Board
Medical Advisor
Oncologist specializing in health disparities and community oncology.
Advisory Board
Research Advisor
Public health researcher focused on cancer equity and survivorship.
Join Our Mission
Help us build a more equitable future for cancer survivorship