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Event Date:    Saturday 6th June 2009

Team Members:    Stuart Edwards, Jayne Edwards, Chris Given, Mike Given, Mike Edwards, Mal Jones, Scott Lyth, Joe Duffy, Paul Martin, Martin Moss, Nicola Mather, Steven Fry

10,000 men die of Prostate Cancer in the UK each year. This is now the most common cancer in men in the UK, mainly affecting those aged between 45 and 80.

There are approximately 2,000 new cases of Testicular Cancer in the UK each year. It is most common in men between the ages of 15 and 35.

There are approximately 18,500 new cases of Bowel Cancer in the UK each year. 9 out of 10 men who get it are over 50 years of age. This still means nearly 2,000 men under 50 get it every year - about 5 every day.

These cancers can greatly affect any family whether it be somebody's Father, Brother, Son, Husband or Partner. The sad thing is that with early detection the chances of survival are increased massively.

The Male Cancer Awarness Campaign is a young charity, which aims to increase awarness about Prostate, Testicular and Bowel Cancer, illnesses of which men are literally dying of ignorance.

What We Believe
We believe that too many men die of prostate, bowel and testicular cancer because they do not now how to detect the symptoms of these cancers in the early stages, when treatment would be more effective.

This ignorance is made worse by the prevailing ‘culture of embarrassment’, that discourages men from discussing and resolving problems related to intimate parts of their body.

Our Aims
Therefore, we have two main aims:
a) To increase awareness of how to detect the symptoms of prostate, bowel and testicular cancer in the early stages
b) To help build a culture where embarrassment does not prevent men from addressing problems with intimate parts of their bodies.

What We Do
1) Host awareness-raising sessions at male-oriented events, places of work and leisure, colleges/universities and other public places.

2) Raise the profile of the charity in general via PR and Marketing activities, using characters such as Mr. Testicles.

In addition, we may choose to support other related charities related to Male Cancer for specific campaigns.

Our Focus
We aim to reach all men 0 aged 15-70. Our approach at awareness-raising sessions is tailored to the audience at the event.

We also have a website which will provide further information for those who need it. In the future, we may develop different websites aimed at different audience age groups; in the initial stages, however, our website will be aimed at younger and ‘young at heart’ men.

How We Are Different
- We come to you: We are out travelling the country to deliver our message, because we believe that people are more likely to remember a message that they hear ‘live’, than one they read in a leaflet
- We’re about cancer, but also about culture: In addition to providing specific information about cancer, we also highlight the general culture of embarrassment that surrounds men’s attitude towards their own health
- We’re truly nationwide: We will be active across the whole country, not just in major metropolitan areas.
- We raise awareness all year round: We believe that awareness-raising needs to be ongoing, rather than confined to short campaigns.

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor us: Male Cancer Awareness Campaign gets your money faster and, if you’re a UK taxpayer, Justgiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid, plus a 3% supplement, are added to your donation.

So please sponsor us now - your support would be much appreciated!

Many Thanks,

All the Team