Hello @Vallerina
You are correct in that the BCNA does not have anything to do with research fundraising.
If you look at the home page on the main site and check out about the organization you will read the following:
Our
mission
BCNA works to
ensure that Australians affected by breast cancer receive the very best
support, information, treatment and care appropriate to their individual needs.
We support, inform, represent and connect Australians affected by breast
cancer.
Support
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We
support and empower all Australians with a breast cancer diagnosis through
our services, resources and programs.
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Inform
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We
develop and provide high quality information in a range of formats including
information that can empower participation in decisions about treatment and
care.
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Represent
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We
advocate on behalf of Australians affected by or at risk of breast cancer and
work to set the best possible treatment and care standards.
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Connect
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We
strive to help Australians affected by breast cancer to feel less alone
throughout their treatment and beyond. We connect people through their shared
breast cancer experience to build support for individuals, groups and
communities.
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Strategic
Directions
- A powerful
voice
Growing our influence as a powerful,
well-informed and credible advocacy voice for Australians affected by
breast cancer.
- Expanding our
reach
Reaching all Australians affected by breast cancer, wherever they live and
whatever their circumstances.
- Building
community capacity
Building the engagement and capacity of our network and the wider
Australian community to support Australians affected by breast cancer.
- Strengthening
our programs
Expanding and continually improving the range of services and programs we
offer to meet the needs of Australians affected by breast cancer.