About the Ngogbehei Cancer Center
Marcel Ngogbehei Center for Cancer Education & Care, publicly known as Ngogbehei Cancer Center (NCC), is a nonprofit registered in the United Kingdom with core operations in Nigeria and other African communities.
🧭 Mission Statement
To empower underserved communities—especially in African rural areas—through cancer education, early detection awareness, and accessible pathways to care and support. We believe that knowledge saves lives, and every person deserves a fighting chance against cancer, no matter where they live.
🌍 Vision Statement
A world where cancer is no longer a death sentence in rural communities, because education and access come first.
🧱 Core Pillars / Program Areas
- Community Education & Awareness
- Host workshops in rural areas on cancer symptoms, risk factors, myths, and lifestyle changes.
- Partner with local schools, churches, and community centers.
- Distribute educational materials in local languages and culturally relevant formats.
- Screening & Early Detection Programs
- Mobile screening units or pop-up clinics.
- Collaborate with healthcare workers for regular breast, cervical, and prostate screenings.
- Train community health volunteers in symptom spotting and referral processes.
- Access to Care & Treatment Navigation
- Assist patients in accessing nearby hospitals or cancer centers.
- Create patient navigation systems to help with transportation, referrals, or treatment planning.
- Financial support options or micro-grants for low-income individuals.
- Survivor & Caregiver Support Network
- Establish support groups for cancer survivors and caregivers.
- Mental health and wellness programs post-diagnosis.
- Celebrate survivor stories to reduce stigma.
🤝 Partnership Opportunities
- Local Health Departments – for access and health worker training
- Universities & Medical Schools – student volunteers, research, education material
- NGOs & Faith-based Groups – for community entry points
- Private Donors & CSR Funds – sustainability and outreach scaling
