Welcome to the Asian Women Cancer Group (AWCG)
The Asian Women Cancer Group (AWCG) was founded in 2006 and achieved a charity status in 2025. It is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales, charity number 1213042. The organisation is governed by a Board of Trustees responsible for strategic oversight, financial stewardship, and regulatory compliance.
AWCG is dedicated to providing support and information to all women, their families, carers and friends as they go through cancer journey and beyond. Its mission is to support everyone affected by any kind of cancer, share information, empower one another and raise awareness in the community. Working with many healthcare professionals.
The charity provides cancer support to women from all backgrounds who seek help during their cancer journey. It also focuses on meeting cultural and emotional needs of Asian women dealing with cancer. It works to fill gaps left by mainstream support groups. Recognising the importance of diversity and understanding specific cultural issues that influence Asian women the charity adapts its support to address myths, taboos, and language barriers as needed.
Currently (as on January 2026) AWCG has 170 members. It meets three times a month (apart from summer and Christmas holidays), offering supportive and welcoming space to talk and connect. The members openly share their cancer stories and provide support to newly diagnosed members with care and empathy. Telephone support, befriending and buddying plays a vital and valuable service to those newly diagnosed and their family. This leads to members gaining confidence with positive attitudes towards their cancer treatment.
The group holds workshops and various activities which fosters resilience and mutual learning ensuring no one faces cancer alone. Training, information and support empower members to talk about their experiences to other members in a confidential environment.
Group members are encouraged to bring friends, carers, or family members to open meetings.
Signposting members to various services, cancer information, professionals talks and opportunities to share experiences plays an important role in boosting member’s morale.
AWCG works closely with National cancer charities and academic institutions, collaborating to advance research, promote education, and ensure better outcomes for those on this difficult journey.
In June 2025 the AWCG was invited to Buckingham Palace for a reception with His Majesty the King, alongside other charities. This amazing event celebrated the work charities across the UK and reaffirmed of what AWCG does everyday.
AWCG plays a vital role in raising and promoting cancer awareness in the local community and members of the public are invited to our open meetings.
Beyond these services the group organises enjoyable social activities reminding us all that even in the midst of hardships, joy and community can still flourish.
If you know any women recently diagnosed with cancer or undergoing treatment who want information or support, please direct them to AWCG.
