2026 Forum - October 30 - Young And Strong

Join us for a day of support, education, and community!

Whether you are newly diagnosed, in active treatment, living with metastatic breast cancer, or in long-term survivorship, we are excited to welcome you to this day of learning and building community with others who “get it.”

Friday, October 30
8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

InterContinental Boston Hotel
510 Atlantic Ave.
Boston, MA 02210

Registration is required by Friday, October 16.

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Agenda

Time	Session
7:30 a.m.	Arrival and Check-In Breakfast will be available
8:30 a.m.	Meet and Greet Activity
8:50 a.m.	Opening Remarks by Ann Partridge, MD, MPH
9:00 a.m.	Education Sessions Choose One: – Updates in Breast Cancer Research: What’s New & What’s Next – Fertility & Family Planning After Breast Cancer – Mind, Body & Wellness – Stronger Together: Supporting a Loved One Through Breast Cancer* *This engaging workshop will discuss practical tips and strategies for “caregivers” to support their loved one with breast cancer and for patients to support their loved ones.
10:00 a.m.	Break Refreshments will be available
10:15 a.m.	Treatment Expert Panels Choose One: – Managing Active Treatment and Survivorship Care for Stages 0-IIIc Breast Cancer – Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer (Stage IV)
11:15 a.m.	Wellness Expert Panel
12:15 p.m.	Lunch and Resource Expo
1:15 p.m.	Keynote Address by Trish Michele, Chief Community Officer of the Breasties
2:15 p.m.	Patient Panel, moderated by Liz Silverman, Patient Advocate
3:15 p.m.	Break Refreshments will be available
3:30 p.m.	Afternoon Breakout Sessions Choose One: – Coping through community building: guided conversations with others who “get it”* – Coping through expressive arts *There will be separate community building sessions for those with stage 0-III breast cancer, those with metastatic breast cancer, and loved ones
4:30 p.m.	Social Hour Appetizers and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) will be served
5:30 p.m.	Event Ends

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Keynote Speaker

Trish Michelle (she/her) is a 10 year cancer survivor, healthcare professional and was in her mid-thirties when she was diagnosed with Stage 3 invasive ductal carcinoma. Trish is an advocate for cancer & menopause awareness and representation. She is actively fighting systems to create an inclusive and progressive movement toward equity. She is a founder of Reclaim October, a community led movement that focuses on taking back the narrative around Breast Cancer Awareness Month and has raised over $300,000 for cancer organizations and research. As chief community officer of the Breasties, Trish works to amplify voices, build connections, and ensure every member of the community feels seen, supported, and empowered.