EONS and the ABC Global Alliance are pleased to introduce a new annual Nurse Fellowship Programme, launching in 2026.
This Fellowship is designed to support breast cancer nurses with at least two years of clinical cancer nursing experience who have limited access to professional development opportunities, particularly those working in low- and middle-income countries. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to spend one to three months in an accredited cancer centre, gaining first-hand insight into multidisciplinary breast cancer care.
The aim of the Fellowship is to strengthen nurses’ knowledge of advanced breast cancer (ABC) management and to expand their understanding of evidence-based models of care. It offers a level of exposure and professional growth that may not otherwise be available within their home setting. Fellows may also have the chance to enhance their skills in quality improvement or research.
The programme is observational only, allowing nurses to learn by observing but not directly participating in patient care. Fellows will be able to explore various components of a comprehensive breast cancer service, including:
- Weekly clinical rounds and multidisciplinary team meetings
- Outpatient, inpatient, supportive and palliative care clinics, as well as survivorship and follow-up
- Education or well-being activities focused on living with breast cancer/advanced breast cancer
- Patient information resources
- Digital tools and apps used in patient support
- Participation in a quality improvement, service innovation, or research project
The Fellowship is intended to benefit not only the individual nurse but also their home institution. By sharing the knowledge and insights gained, Fellows can contribute to incremental improvements in practice and help elevate the standard and consistency of metastatic breast cancer care in their country.
To support participation, the ABC Global Alliance will provide a living allowance for the duration of the Fellowship and may also cover travel and accommodation costs in cases of need.
Applications will be open from January to March 2026.
Host Institutions
Host Institutions are centres of excellence that play a important role in the Fellowship Programme by sharing their expertise with visiting Nurse Fellows. These comprehensive or accredited cancer centres have recognised experience in the treatment and support of people living with advanced breast cancer.
Can your institution help by hosting a nurse fellow?
Learn more about of the journey of a Nurse Fellow on the ABC Global Alliance webpage.
EONS is proud to partner in this important initiative, helping to build nursing capacity and strengthen the global response to advanced breast cancer.