Community Outreach and Engagement
The Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center Community Outreach and Engagement team is dedicated to improving health outcomes in Nebraska.
Our efforts include community-focused research, resource support, cancer prevention education, and cancer screening initiatives, all informed by community-identified needs.
By partnering with patients, families, healthcare providers, and community organizations, we strive to improve access to care and support for better cancer outcomes for all populations we serve.
Community
Meet Our Team
Our team of staff and scientists is committed to reducing the burden of cancer in Nebraska by ensuring that research addresses the needs of the people we serve and improves health outcomes across our communities.
Community Advisory Board
The Community Advisory Board (CAB) is a vital link between the cancer center and the communities it serves. Community leaders and stakeholders work with the COE team to guide cancer prevention, research and outreach while strengthening relationships with local organizations across Nebraska.
Community Scientists
Community Scientists and researchers work together to include community perspectives at every step of the research process. From topic identification to study design to interpreting findings, and sharing results with the community. They make sure research study focuses on the needs of the people we serve.
Understanding the Population We Serve
The Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center serves Nebraska, the 16th-largest state by land area and a diverse region with predominantly rural and frontier communities spanning more than 77,000 square miles across the heart of the Great Plains.
The catchment area includes all 93 counties and is home to over 2 million people. Nearly 80% of the cancer patients treated at the center reside within this area.
Learn more about the people we serve.
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Cancer Prevention and Screening
Many cancers can be found early or even prevented through timely screening and preventive care. The COE works to reduce the burden of cancer by helping communities stay informed about preventive actions and screening guidelines, and by supporting access to screening services across Nebraska.
Research
Community-Engaged Research
Community-engaged research is a framework where research teams and community members, especially those who may benefit from or be affected by the research, work together in the research process. They design and conduct studies, analyze data, and disseminate findings.
Participate in Research
Community participation in research helps ensure studies reflect the needs and priorities of the people they are designed to serve. By getting involved, community members contribute to research that improves health outcomes and supports stronger, healthier communities.
Support for Researchers
The COE supports researchers in developing and conducting community-engaged research. Through the COE, researchers can access tools, guidance, and partnership opportunities to integrate community perspectives into their work.