What is Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month?
A Month of Awareness, Action, and Advocacy
Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month (GCAM) is observed every September to bring attention to all five gynecologic cancers: cervical, ovarian, uterine (endometrial), vaginal, and vulvar. It’s a time to honor survivors, remember those we’ve lost, educate communities, and drive action toward better prevention, earlier detection, and improved outcomes for all.
GCAM is more than a month, it’s a movement. Led by the Foundation for Women’s Cancer and supported by survivors, caregivers, clinicians, advocates, and loved ones, GCAM unites us in the fight to end women’s cancers.
The History of Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month
Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month (GCAM) was established in 1999 by the Foundation for Women’s Cancer to bring national attention to all five gynecologic cancers: cervical, ovarian, uterine/endometrial, vaginal, and vulvar. What began as an awareness initiative has grown into a powerful, month-long movement of education, action, and advocacy.
Today, GCAM reaches thousands across the country through survivor-led storytelling, national events, and community-based campaigns — all working to close the awareness gap, promote early detection, and save lives.
Our Goals During GCAM
Each September, the Foundation for Women’s Cancer leads a nationwide effort to elevate awareness, action, and education around gynecologic cancers. These goals guide our work and unite our community:
