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The Conquering Cancer Film Series
Conquering Cervical Cancer
The first film in the series raises awareness of vaccination, screening and treatment in the global fight against cervical cancer.
Conquering Skin Cancer
Our newest film is on skin cancer, the world's most common and preventable cancer. Despite being preventable, one person dies every 4 minutes.
Conquering Breast Cancer
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Testimonials
It will also improve and encourage young girls and women to have access to cervical services, including cervical cancer screening, timely treatment, and patient support among rural girls and women.
— Maud Mwakasungula, Executive Director, WOCACA
Our ability to bring the documentary to our country has raised the profile of Humanity at Heart as a serious player in the field, and we now actively collaborate with the National Cancer Control Committee.
— Tata Mayaah Eveline, Executive Director, Humanity at Heart International
The events were an immense success. The organisers and participants enjoyed every step of the event’s process and outcome. With the experience and lessons learned, ACO intends to showcase the documentary in other jurisdictions and use it as an advocacy driver for cervical cancer control policy change.
— African Cancer Organization
Sue’s journey is also a cry for how far we have to go, to win the fight against this preventable disease at an international level.
— ReviewsbyJudith
Everyone felt they learned more about cervical cancer, the global impact for women and the interventions for prevention.
— Gail Petersen Hock, NCCC Arizona Chapter
The events were an immense success. The organisers and participants enjoyed every step of the event’s process and outcome. With the experience and lessons learned, ACO intends to showcase the documentary in other jurisdictions and use it as an advocacy driver for cervical cancer control policy change.
— University of Cape Town
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Cinema doors are opening for the first sessions of Conquering Skin Cancer in one month!! 🤩
Tickets are selling like hotcakes, so you book yours now through the conqueringskincancer.com.au website, or your local cinema website.
With a stellar cast and crucial message, we promise you won`t want to miss this film. Bring your friends, bring your family, make it a fantastic night out- we can`t wait to see you there!
#ConqueringSkinCancer #ConqueringCancerCampaign #skincancer #melanoma #film
From the purpose of pigment, to the mechanisms of melanocytes- Professor Richard Scolyer gave us the full rundown of what’s really happening when we get a tan. And unfortunately, it’s not as glamorous as it seems...
Prof. Long and Prof. Scolyer’s trailblazing work in immunotherapy has already saved thousands of lives- and with their commitment to developing similarly revolutionary treatments, it’s clear why they were shoe-ins for Australian of the Year 2024!
Book your tickets now to see @profrscolyer and @profglong in ‘Conquering Skin Cancer’, in cinemas from November 20th.
Tickets available at conqueringskincancer.com.au or through the link in our bio- or check your local cinema website.
@melanomainstituteau
#richardscolyer #georginalong #immunotherapy #melanoma #ConqueringSkinCancer #skincancer
You know what’s pretty cool? Because it is cool, keeps you cool, and... ok... too many cool puns. But the answer is shade because it does just that- keeps you cool. And it keeps you safe from harmful UV, win-win.
Shade is the only sun protection method that doesn’t usually relate to personal choice. How so? Sunscreen, sunglasses, protective clothing and hats all require you to choose to wear them- personal choice. But shade, it’s often from a built structure or a tree. So you can choose to sit under it for relief from the heat of the sun or to protect yourself from harmful UV but unlike other options, you don’t have to remember to bring it with you.
Mental health, physical health, climate change and microclimate management- all important factors when it comes to providing shade.
Don’t believe us? Listen to the experts! @costasworld shares why it’s critical that shade is always considered when designing future spaces.
💛 Conquering Skin Cancer is in cinemas from the 20th of November - get your tickets now through our website (link in bio!).
#ConqueringSkinCancer #skincancer #melanoma #ConqueringCancerCampaign #film #skincheck #shade
@gardeningaustralia @clarenceslockee @melbflowershow @nationalfarmers @ngivictoria @remarkabletreesaus @andreasensgreen @greenlife_au
@semkenlandscaping @therapeutic_horticulture_au @ldi_au @tlcc_aus @the_landscape_association
As filmmakers, we meet some pretty cool people, with some impressive backgrounds. Take @arabella_tarpey - our youngest patient featured in Conquering Skin Cancer, diagnosed with her first melanoma at just 18 years old.
We got up at the crack of dawn to film Arabella. And why would we do that in the middle of winter? Because she`s a competitive surfer and that`s when she hits the waves, yea for wetsuits! But the shoot was well worth the blustery morning. Arabella carved up the waves, putting on an amazing show for us to feature in the film. Even more impressive when you note the puffer jackets donned by director Mike and producer Sue!
Watch Arabella`s full story on our YouTube channel now, and follow us here for more inspiring stories.
💛 Conquering Skin Cancer is in cinemas from the 20th November - get your tickets now through our website (link in bio!).
#ConqueringSkinCancer #skincancer #melanoma #ConqueringCancerCampaign #film #skincheck #surf #behindthescenes
You’re one in a million, but Dr Phil Lei Tong is one of under 600 dermatologists around Australia.
Some people think being in demand is good for business, but as founder of DermScreen, Phil sees it as a problem for all Australians who need access to dermatologist without the long waitlists. Phil is a passionate change maker in the industry, striving to streamline the skin check process to speed it up and save lives everywhere.
Watch Phil’s full thoughts on our YouTube channel, and hear what else can be done in Conquering Skin Cancer, in cinemas from November 20th. 💛
Tickets are selling fast! Grab yours now through our website- you may save a life this summer.
#ConqueringSkinCancer #skincancer #melanoma #ConqueringCancerCampaign #film #skincheck #DermScreen #dermatologist
Can you believe it? Not one but THREE awards at the IndieFEST Film Awards for Conquering Cervical Cancer USA! Including one of the top awards being the Award of Excellence- Special Mention - Documentary Feature.
So pop the champagne because this is a film to rave about!
Conquering Cervical Cancer USA haș a soaring ambition: to help accelerate the elimination of cervical cancer for every woman and girl in the USA and beyond. It wouldn’t have been possible without the our incredible participants sharing their inspiring stories, and we are thrilled they are receiving the recognition they deserve.
We picked up:
- Award of Excellence - Special Mention: Documentary Feature
- Award of Excellence: Contemporary Issue/ Awareness Raising
- Award of Excellence: Health/ Medicine/ Science
Thank you so much to @indiefestfilmawards ! Conquering Cervical Cancer (USA) is now available for screenings and educational distribution through project partner GOOD DOCS - if you haven’t yet seen it, now’s your chance!
Special shout out to @TamikaFelder, @Cervivor @_evemcdavid Heather White @togetherforhealthglobal , Isabel Scarinci, Jennifer Simpson & Lynda Hayes @creatingthebest
@GoodDocs @moonshineagency
#ConqueringCancerCampaign #ConqueringCervicalCancer #cervicalcancer #conqueringcervicalcancerUSA #indiefilm
Big shout out to Tamara Dawson! What a change-maker. We’ve had the chance to get to know Tamara because of her history. When she was a young mum, happily married and enjoying life, a melanoma diagnosis flipped her world upside down.
How lucky are we that people like Tamara are willing to share their powerful stories from diagnosis to survival, to advocate for other’s. Now that Tamara’s aware of the importance of awareness and prevention in Australia, she’s fuelled by her experience.
Tamara founded the Melanoma and Skin Cancer Advocacy Network (MSCAN) to advocate for those affected by this disease. Their compelling mission is to create change and ensure that no one feels alone in their battle.
You can watch Tamara’s full story on our YouTube channel now- and follow us here for many more incredible stories about skin, sun, and survival.
See Tamara on the big screen in Conquering Skin Cancer, in cinemas from November 20th 💛 Tickets on sale now through our website (link in bio!)
#MSCAN #TamaraDawson #ConqueringSkinCancer #skincancer #melanoma #cancersurvivor
What’s that? TWO incredible prizes up for grabs? 🤩
The World Premiere of Conquering Skin Cancer is just one week away (!), and our team can barely sit still with anticipation!
To share our excitement, we’re giving you the chance two win one of two fabulous prizes:
📖 A signed copy of the powerful, personal book ‘Sunburnt’, by @annegately_author
⛱️An ultra stylish and super sun-safe @coolcabanas beach shelter
To enter- show us how keen you are to see the film on the big screen! Send us a pic of your purchased ticket to any nationwide screening of Conquering Skin Cancer to be in the running.
DM us on our socials, or email it through to hello@conqueringcancercampaign.com
Haven’t bought your ticket yet? What are you waiting for?! All tickets on sale now on our website (link in bio).
*Giveaway closes 6th November 12pm AEST. The two winners will be notified on the 7th November 2024, from the official Conquering Cancer Campaign Instagram/ Facebook account, or via email.
#giveaway #win #ConqueringSkinCancer #impactfilm #prize #ConqueringCancerCampaign
What if we could eliminate cervical cancer?
1. The WHO says screening, along with vaccination and access to treatment for pre-cancers in line with global targets, will "put the world on track to eliminate cervical cancer within the next century".
2. Australia is on track to be the first country to eliminate cervical cancer, estimated to happen as soon as 2034.
3. Up to 70% of cervical cancer cases occur in women who are under-screened or have never been screened. Improving access to cervical screening is essential.
4. Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer, and also the fourth leading cause of cancer death in women.
A woman still dies every two minutes from cervical cancer somewhere around the globe. It`s too many. We know how to prevent this cancer and we have the opportunity to rise up and eliminate it. But we have to work together to make it a reality.
If you`re wondering what you can do?
- Make sure you`re up to date with your own cervical screening. If not, book in with your health provider.
- Then ask your friends if they`re up to date and encourage them to get a cervical screening.
- If you are eligible for the HPV vaccine then ask for it. And if your children are eligible, then we`d encourage you to talk to your health provider about the HPV vaccine for them as well.
See, together we can look after ourselves and our community and help reduce the rates of cervical cancer.
#cervicalcancerprevention #hpvvaccine #getpapped #cervicalscreening #endcervicalcancer #conqeuringcancercampaign #HPVprevention #cervicalcancerelimination
Can skin cancer be a success story?
In Australia, melanoma rates are declining amongst those under 40 (*Cancer Council) - a testament to the power of iconic campaigns, pioneering research, and life-saving initiatives.
However, complacency is a huge risk to this process. And people need to hear the message over and over again.
We need to build upon the success of past campaigns to raise awareness and ensure the rates continue to decline for future generations.
Join us in this movement and tell us what techniques you use to stay safe from harmful UV?
Do you
- Wear sunscreen?
- Wear a hat?
- Wear protective clothing?
- Wear sunglasses?
- Check the UV index before you head outdoors?
- Avoid being out during high UV times of day?
- All the above?
Let us know in the comments.
*Link to Cancer Council statistics https://www.cancer.org.au/about-us/how-we-help/prevention/stories/turning-the-tide-of-skin-cancer
#conqeuringcancercampaign #sunsmart #sunsafety #cancerprevention #skincancer #skincancerawareness
About Moonshine Agency: Creators of Conquering Cancer Campaign
Moonshine Agency serves as the driving force behind the Conquering Cancer Campaign. As an impact film production house, our mission is to create unforgettable films that strengthen important social movements and make the world a better place.
Since 2010, we've worked hard to become highly specialised in impact filmmaking, covering all areas of the production process – from ideation and campaign development to communication strategy, outreach, and distribution. We craft beautiful, high-impact films and support their dissemination to ensure they reach their intended audiences