2016 - Meanjin/Brisbane, Australia | 2024 - Naarm/Melbourne, Australia
Client: Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre Alliance and Department of Health

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Strategic Overview
WICC is a globally significant conference dedicated to improving cancer outcomes for Indigenous peoples. WICC has been held in Australia, Canada and New Zealand.  CCM’s 30 year history working with Indigenous organisations positioned us to deliver culturally grounded, high impact events both times it has been held in Australia, in 2016 and 2024.

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Key Outcomes

• Registrations exceeded expectations, reaching full venue capacity

• Delegates from the USA, Canada, Aotearoa/New Zealand and global First Nations communities

• Attendance by The Hon. Caroline Kennedy, U.S. Ambassador to Australia

 

CCM’s Role

• Full end‑to‑end event management

• Cultural protocol integration

• VIP and diplomatic coordination

• Security liaison

• Program and venue management

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Innovation & Differentiators

• Deep engagement with Elders and cultural advisors

• Culturally safe program design

• Sensitive management of ceremonial and protocol elements

 

Impact & Legacy
WICC strengthened global collaboration in Indigenous cancer research and showcased Australia’s leadership in culturally informed health events.