Julie Torode is deputy CEO and director of advocacy and networks for the Union for International Cancer Control. Prior to joining UICC in 2008, Julie worked in the field of oncology through leading clinical trials work across phases 1-IV, with a particular focus on breast and gynaecologic cancer while also nurturing an ongoing interest in cancer prevention. Her focus is on working with the UICC membership and experts from across disciplines, to achieve the goal of reducing the global cancer burden.