Resources
National Cancer Control Plan Development Research Initiative (NCCP DRIVE) Study
Eldridge, L., et al. (2025). Understanding the development process of national cancer control plans in low- and middle-income countries. Journal of Cancer Policy, 47, 100670.
Examines key components of national cancer control plan development and identifies practical considerations for strengthening implementation.
IAEA Study on Cancer Control Planning
Montel, L., et al. (2025). Lessons learned from the support of the International Atomic Energy Agency, International Agency for Research on Cancer and World Health Organization to develop National Cancer Control Plans in low- and middle-income countries. Journal of Cancer Policy, 47, 100652.
Explores the role of international collaboration and technical support in advancing cancer control planning efforts.
Governance in National Cancer Control Planning
Perin, D. M. P., et al. (2026). Exploring elements of governance in the development and implementation of national cancer control plans. Journal of Cancer Policy, 48, 100732.
Highlights governance structures and approaches that support effective development and implementation of NCCPs.
Assessing Design and Implementation of National Cancer Control Plans
Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) Report (2026). From strategy to action: assessing approaches and models to the design and implementation of national cancer control plans.
Explores how cancer plans move from policy ambition to real‑world impact, identifying common enablers and barriers across diverse health systems.
Publications on the ICCP Portal
Curated collection of publications related to national cancer control planning, implementation, and evaluation.
ICCP Resources for National Cancer Control Planning
Tools, guidance documents, and technical resources to support countries in developing and strengthening NCCPs.
2026 Forum: https://www.uicc.org/what-we-do/events/cancer-planners-forum/cancer-planners-forum-2026
A global convening platform for cancer planners to share experiences, best practices, and innovations in cancer control.
WHO Academy Course: National Cancer Control Planning for Programme Managers
Online learning course designed to strengthen country capacity in cancer control planning and program implementation.