Encouraging uptake of the Jewish Ancestry Screening Programme

What’s the project about?

People with Jewish ancestry are more likely to have BRCA gene variations, which can increase people’s risk of developing breast cancer. A new programme from NHS England aims to screen and identify anyone with a higher risk of breast cancer, so that they can take preventative action to reduce the risk of cancer.

Jnetics is partnering with NHS England to engage, raise awareness and educate the Jewish community about the Jewish BRCA Screening programme.

They want to develop some case studies to share on social media about people’s experiences to help raise awareness.

Who’s organising it?

Name of project lead: Joshua Forman

Job title: Head of Science, Outreach and Education

Organisation: Jnetics

Email address: josh@jnetics.org

Phone number: 02081 585 123

Who can take part?

You can take part if you have Jewish ancestry (at least 1 Jewish grandparent) and carry a BRCA 1 or 2 gene variation.

Any gender is welcome, and you don’t have to have had a breast cancer diagnosis.

Why do you want me to be involved?

Sharing your story is a powerful way to encourage people to get screened, as they’re more likely to resonate with your experiences.

By getting involved, you could support the screening programme and ensure that more people with Jewish ancestry get screened.

What will you ask me to do?

The team at Jnetics would like you to be part of an outreach campaign on social media.

You can decide how you’d like to get involved, such as contributing a story about your experience, or participating in a live conversation via Instagram Live.

How do I get involved?

If you’d like to get involved, or have any questions, please email Joshua at josh@jnetics.org, or call him on 02081 585 123.

You can find out more about the programme on the Jnetics website.

When’s the deadline?

This project is ongoing