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The Early Action on Cancer Pilot

Leeds Involving People (LIP) is looking for local people from Chapeltown and Harehills to join our Early Action on Cancer Pilot as Community Connectors.

Community Connectors are trusted members of the community who help share reliable information, encourage conversations about cancer awareness and early diagnosis, and help us understand the barriers people face when accessing support.

No previous experience or medical knowledge is needed. We’ll provide all the training and resources you need, and the role is designed to fit around your existing commitments, requiring approximately 2-4 hours per month.

If you’re passionate about supporting your community and helping improve health outcomes, we’d love to hear from you.

Download the Information Pack

Our Community Connector Information Pack contains everything you need to know about the role, including:

  • -What a Community Connector does
  • -Training and support available
  • -Time commitment
  • -Project timeline
  • -How to apply

๐Ÿ“„ The Early Action on Cancer Pilot – CC Info Pack

Ready to apply?

Complete our online application form here:

๐Ÿ‘‰ https://forms.office.com/e/KQB7jnp1Je

Alternatively, if you would prefer a paper or electronic copy of the application form, please get in touch.

๐Ÿ“ง Email: info@leedsinvolvement.org.uk
๐Ÿ“ž Telephone: 0113 237 4508

Key dates

๐Ÿ“… Application deadline: Friday 7 August 2026

๐ŸŽ“ Training: Week commencing Monday 17 August 2026

We look forward to welcoming our first group of Community Connectors and working together to help raise awareness of cancer across Chapeltown and Harehills.

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