Our Mission
To connect stomach cancer support groups worldwide and empower patients to have a voice in their care, research, and policy
What We Do
I-SPARK is a global effort to better understand the needs, goals, and challenges of the stomach cancer community. To help patients find trusted support near them, we are building a patient group directory of verified members.
Objectives
- Ensure patient and caregiver voices are represented in research and guide resource development
- Promote equal access to information and community support
- Enable collaboration between advocacy groups and the medical community
For Stomach Cancer Groups
Advocacy and support organizations of all sizes are invited to contribute to I-SPARK
Open For Everyone
To better understand the international community, we openly invite organizations to join us in a brief interview and survey.
The Survey
We will ask basic questions about your organization so it can be included in our Patient Group Global Directory, where anyone can easily find your group and access the most up-to-date information
The Interview
Share your experiences, your group's needs, and the common goals of the people you support in an interview.
Why It Matters
Your answers will guide future research by ensuring that they are grounded in the lived realities of the community, making them more impactful, relevant, and aligned with real priorities
What You Get
By participating, your group will be invited to future intiatives and collaboration projects
How We Work
How To Get Involved
01
Enroll Your Group
Share basic details to be listed in the global patient advocacy group directory
02
Share Your Story
Take part in an interview to tell us about your team organization and experiences
03
Connect & Collaborate
Team up with other groups around the world and speak with researchers
For Patients & Families
Our ultimate goal is to help patients and families affected by stomach cancer, providing them with close, trustworthy, and practically support quickly
Connect You to Support
Our Patient Group Global Directory lets you search by location, language, and support type to find a support group near you that provides you with what you need.
Up-to-date Information
We have a variety of listings, patient materials, and programming that are updated regularly, so you can easily find the information you need.
Highlight Services
Whether you are newly diagnosed or caring for a loved one, you'll be able to easily find a service provider that will help you in your journey