“I was an active and bright-eyed kid before cancer. When I was diagnosed, I felt alone, lost, and disconnected from all of those around me.”

“I hope to help others advocate for themselves and their health needs, accept their emotions surrounding cancer, and help build the AYA community I have come to love.”

“I am joining the YACCtivist team to draw attention to disability issues in young adult cancer survivors (caused/not caused) by cancer.”

“YACC gave me a new way of looking at life and taught me how to thrive even though I still have cancer.”

“The importance of connection and breaking the isolation that young adults face is one of the reasons for me becoming a YACCtivist.”

“I wanted to become a YACCtivist to do more and give back to this amazing organization and help other cancer peeps find the wonderful community of YACC.”

“I am acutely aware of how much I have personally benefited from the work and generosity of those who have come before me. It is a great privilege to have the opportunity to give back.”

“I am eager to give back to YACC and the AYA community because it was such an important part of my own cancer experience.”

“I hope sharing this passion and lived experiences with fellow YACC members will support and encourage them to take control of their cancer journeys.”

“I enjoy the connection and support YACC provides, and I want to help make more young adults aware of YACC so they can feel less alone in their cancer journeys.”

“As both a pediatric and AYA survivor, I feel I have great advocacy skills and a powerful story to inspire others.”

“The importance of connecting in my own cancer journey is the main reason I want to be more involved in supporting the YACC community.”

“YACC became a safe haven of hope and a constant source of support for me through my recovery process. It has carried me through two relapses and has continued to support me every day since.”

“The YACCtivist program is an opportunity to work on a stronger and more solid group voice. Our stories, our problems, and our issues are unique, and they deserve to be heard.”

“My growing understanding of my own cancer experience and desire to encourage others in similar situations is why I am excited to be a YACCtivist!”

“The importance in helping others in similar situations feel less alone is why I volunteer for YACC.”

“Connecting with other young adult cancer survivors has been an extremely rewarding and meaningful experience for me and has instilled a passionate drive to help support others in profound times of need.”