Melanoma Patients Australia

The organisation was founded by two young melanoma patients, Daniel Belcher and the late Brent Grace. Melanoma Patients Australia was officially launched on 6 July 2006 by the former Governor of Queensland, The Honourable Dame Quentin Bryce, now former Governor-general of Australia.

Our Vision

Creating a world where no one affected by melanoma walks alone.

Our Purpose

To support, connect and advocate for Australians affected by melanoma and work towards its prevention.

Support
Improving the quality of life for Australians affected by a diagnosis of melanoma.
Advocate
Representing the voice of Australians affected by melanoma.
Prevent
Increasing sun safe awareness and improving early detection.
“I am 23 years old and a nurse and a midwife. I really struggled with constantly being reminded how young I am. I still remember going to my first oncologist appointment and having the receptionist say “Oh! You’re too young to be here!””
Hannah
MPA Patient Story - Hannah