BCAN Values

At the Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network (BCAN), our core values are at the heart of everything we do. They guide how we support patients and families, work alongside partners, and lead with compassion and determination. These values reflect the deep urgency we feel—and our heartfelt commitment to keeping patients at the center of our work to improve the lives of everyone impacted by bladder cancer.

Core Values:

• Connection: We thrive on connection and collaboration. By actively listening and learning, communicating openly and supporting one another, we foster a unified community working toward a common goal of creating better todays and more tomorrows for bladder cancer patients and families.
• Respect: We hold ourselves to the highest standards of professionalism and respect. By being transparent in our actions and accountable in our work, we build and maintain the trust of the bladder cancer community, all those we serve and each other.
• Excellence: Our commitment to excellence is woven into our mission. We lead with purpose and set high standards that reflect our leadership in the bladder cancer community.
• Compassion: We recognize the importance of compassion, kindness, and being genuinely helpful in all our interactions. We are committed to offering thoughtful support, understanding, and care to each other and all those impacted by bladder cancer.
• Determination: We uphold the legacy of John and Diane Quale’s vision and courage as we work to break down barriers and create a future of hope for all bladder cancer patients and their loved ones.
• Impact: We measure our impact by the lives we touch, the awareness we create, and the progress we drive toward better outcomes for everyone impacted by bladder cancer.

We invite you to learn more about BCAN.