Please say hello to our new QC Director, Amy Clark. Amy is a two-time cancer survivor, clinical trial participant, experienced patient advocate and research reviewer who provides peer support to people affected by cancer and their families. As a trans woman, she advocates for equitable access to cancer care, research and support.
Amy's research roles include grant reviewer for the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS), Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) and American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), and contributor on research teams at the University of Manitoba and the University of Winnipeg. She also serves on the Regional Ethics Board for Manitoba and mentors research students through the Co-Pilot program. Within CCS, she co-chairs the Community of Practice Committee and sits on the Advisory Committee on Patient Partners in Research. works locally with the NeverAlone Cancer Foundation. Amy’s lived experience has opened her eyes and heart to the barriers faced by underserved and underrepresented communities. Through her research, advocacy and leadership, she works to ensure that all people are seen, heard and meaningfully included in the research and care that affect their lives.
We're excited to welcome Amy to the QC board and looking forward to working with her! You can find out more about Amy, and read her story here.