'It’s a pretty special thing that we have be asked to do.'

Bowel Cancer Australia advocates, Jenny and Peter join Stephanie to share their Call on Canberra 2025 experience and discussions with policy makers about the living with early-onset bowel cancer.

Impacted heavily in the rush-hour of their lives, Jenny and Peter are both deeply passionate about seeing the landscape change for early-onset bowel cancer and discuss the power of the collective voice in making meaningful change.

“I consider attending Call on Canberra a true privilege.” ~ Peter.

New attendee Jenny discusses her surprise at how warmly she was welcomed by politicians.

“I was touched by how embraced we were on the day, being acknowledged in the House was so special and it really cemented the reason we are doing what we are doing and why I became an advocate.” ~ Jenny

A conversation about the importance of sharing your story and how rewarding advocating with authenticity can make a meaningful difference.