Patient & Caregiver Advisory Board Jump To Jump To Board Requirements Application and Selection Important Application Dates Apply ZERO Prostate Cancer is seeking dedicated individuals with lived experience as prostate cancer patients, caregivers to join our Patient & Caregiver Advisory Board (PCAB).PCAB members will provide valuable insights and guidance to help shape, enhance, and advise on ZERO’s core mission work. PCAB members will also be key ambassadors of ZERO’s mission, vision, and values.The PCAB shall consist of up to fifteen members. Patients and caregivers should reflect experience with the current scope of treatment options, with priority placed on patients diagnosed in the last five years, currently in treatment, and reflecting the diverse communities that ZERO serves. Board Requirements and Key Responsibilities Expand All Key Responsibilities Board members will share personal experiences and insights related to the prostate cancer journey, provide feedback on existing support programs and educational content, identify gaps in and improvements to current services, and suggest new services. Members will also review and provide input on proposed new program initiatives.Members must participate actively in meetings and discussions, advocate for patient and caregiver needs, and collaborate with fellow PCAB members and ZERO Mission Staff. Time Commitment Board members will serve a two-year term commitment, and members may serve a maximum of two terms total, whether consecutive or not.Virtual meetings are held 4-6 times per year and as needed for specific projects. Additional time for review of materials and preparation for meetings will be required, as will occasional participation in special projects or subcommittees as needed. Qualifications Board members must have direct experience with prostate cancer, possess strong communication skills, and be able to work collaboratively and respectfully with a diverse group of people.Members must also be able to represent and listen to the varied perspectives of the prostate cancer community and be willing to share personal experiences and insights.Board members must be committed to improving support services for the prostate cancer community, have access to and comfort in using technology for virtual meetings, and possess the ability to maintain confidentiality. Restrictions A patient or survivor and their caregiver (e.g., husband and wife, father and son) cannot both serve on the Patient & Caregiver Advisory Board. Benefits Board members will have the opportunity to volunteer their time and expertise, making a meaningful impact on prostate cancer support services. Members will also have the opportunity to network with other patients, caregivers, ZERO staff, and healthcare professionals.Board members will gain an increased understanding of ZERO programs and services and will have opportunities for personal and professional development. Application and SelectionThose interested in being considered for the Patient & Caregiver Advisory Board will be required to submit an application (see below), including a brief statement of interest. Those selected will participate in a short interview with members of the selection committee, and orientation and onboarding will be required upon selection.We value diversity and encourage applications from individuals of various backgrounds, ages, and experiences to ensure comprehensive representation of the prostate cancer community.Selection criteria includes direct experience with prostate cancer; diagnosis (or loved one diagnosis) within the last ten years, with priority to those diagnosed in the last five years or currently in treatment; demonstrated commitment to community service; vision for improving patient education and support; specific interests and potential contributions; strong communication skills; diverse perspectives and backgrounds; availability to participate in 4-6 annual virtual meetings; geographic representation; and technological capabilities for virtual participation. The selection committee will consist of ZERO staff members and ZERO Board of Directors members. Important Application Dates Opening Date: September 26, 2025Closing Date: October 15, 2025Selection Committee Application Review: October 22 - 30, 2025Candidate Interviews: November 5 - 20, 2025Selection Announcement Date: December 5, 2025Commitment Deadline: December 12, 2025Board Term State Date: January 1, 2026Kickoff Meeting: February 2026 Patient & Caregiver Advisory Board Application Required application materials are as follows:Application form with personal contact and demographic informationWritten description of experience with prostate cancer as a patient or caregiver. (up to 250 words)Letter of interest (up to 500 words) addressing motivation for joining the PCAB, relevant experience, and perspective that you would bring, and specific areas of interest in patient support or educationAny specific skills or expertiseOne reference, including name, relationship to you, and contact informationOptional: LinkedIn profile Submit Your Application
ZERO Prostate Cancer is seeking dedicated individuals with lived experience as prostate cancer patients, caregivers to join our Patient & Caregiver Advisory Board (PCAB).PCAB members will provide valuable insights and guidance to help shape, enhance, and advise on ZERO’s core mission work. PCAB members will also be key ambassadors of ZERO’s mission, vision, and values.The PCAB shall consist of up to fifteen members.
Patients and caregivers should reflect experience with the current scope of treatment options, with priority placed on patients diagnosed in the last five years, currently in treatment, and reflecting the diverse communities that ZERO serves.
Board Requirements and Key Responsibilities Expand All Key Responsibilities Board members will share personal experiences and insights related to the prostate cancer journey, provide feedback on existing support programs and educational content, identify gaps in and improvements to current services, and suggest new services. Members will also review and provide input on proposed new program initiatives.Members must participate actively in meetings and discussions, advocate for patient and caregiver needs, and collaborate with fellow PCAB members and ZERO Mission Staff. Time Commitment Board members will serve a two-year term commitment, and members may serve a maximum of two terms total, whether consecutive or not.Virtual meetings are held 4-6 times per year and as needed for specific projects. Additional time for review of materials and preparation for meetings will be required, as will occasional participation in special projects or subcommittees as needed. Qualifications Board members must have direct experience with prostate cancer, possess strong communication skills, and be able to work collaboratively and respectfully with a diverse group of people.Members must also be able to represent and listen to the varied perspectives of the prostate cancer community and be willing to share personal experiences and insights.Board members must be committed to improving support services for the prostate cancer community, have access to and comfort in using technology for virtual meetings, and possess the ability to maintain confidentiality. Restrictions A patient or survivor and their caregiver (e.g., husband and wife, father and son) cannot both serve on the Patient & Caregiver Advisory Board. Benefits Board members will have the opportunity to volunteer their time and expertise, making a meaningful impact on prostate cancer support services. Members will also have the opportunity to network with other patients, caregivers, ZERO staff, and healthcare professionals.Board members will gain an increased understanding of ZERO programs and services and will have opportunities for personal and professional development.
Application and SelectionThose interested in being considered for the Patient & Caregiver Advisory Board will be required to submit an application (see below), including a brief statement of interest. Those selected will participate in a short interview with members of the selection committee, and orientation and onboarding will be required upon selection.We value diversity and encourage applications from individuals of various backgrounds, ages, and experiences to ensure comprehensive representation of the prostate cancer community.Selection criteria includes direct experience with prostate cancer; diagnosis (or loved one diagnosis) within the last ten years, with priority to those diagnosed in the last five years or currently in treatment; demonstrated commitment to community service; vision for improving patient education and support; specific interests and potential contributions; strong communication skills; diverse perspectives and backgrounds; availability to participate in 4-6 annual virtual meetings; geographic representation; and technological capabilities for virtual participation. The selection committee will consist of ZERO staff members and ZERO Board of Directors members.
Important Application Dates Opening Date: September 26, 2025Closing Date: October 15, 2025Selection Committee Application Review: October 22 - 30, 2025Candidate Interviews: November 5 - 20, 2025Selection Announcement Date: December 5, 2025Commitment Deadline: December 12, 2025Board Term State Date: January 1, 2026Kickoff Meeting: February 2026
Opening Date: September 26, 2025Closing Date: October 15, 2025Selection Committee Application Review: October 22 - 30, 2025Candidate Interviews: November 5 - 20, 2025Selection Announcement Date: December 5, 2025Commitment Deadline: December 12, 2025Board Term State Date: January 1, 2026Kickoff Meeting: February 2026
Patient & Caregiver Advisory Board Application Required application materials are as follows:Application form with personal contact and demographic informationWritten description of experience with prostate cancer as a patient or caregiver. (up to 250 words)Letter of interest (up to 500 words) addressing motivation for joining the PCAB, relevant experience, and perspective that you would bring, and specific areas of interest in patient support or educationAny specific skills or expertiseOne reference, including name, relationship to you, and contact informationOptional: LinkedIn profile Submit Your Application
