Macmillan Professionals Conference
Macmillan Professionals from across the UK come together to network, learn and share best practice at our annual two-day Macmillan Professionals Conference.
About the conference
The Macmillan Professionals Conference brings together the national Macmillan professionals' community to network, learn, and share best practices in cancer care. It offers a unique opportunity to connect with peers, share insights, and discover how Macmillan can support your role, while also providing updates on the charity’s future vision.
"It has been the highlight of my year professionally. I felt valued, appreciated, taken care of, listened to. I felt connected to the Macmillan brand and proud to be part of this charity." - DelegateA key highlight of the event is the Macmillan Professionals Excellence Awards ceremony, where outstanding achievements in cancer care are celebrated.
The event is offered free of charge to Macmillan professionals as part of Macmillan’s commitment to supporting learning and networking within the community. While capacity is limited each year, those who have not attended before are given priority.
2024 highlights
In November 2024, over 500 delegates gathered in Newport, Wales for UK-wide networking and shared learning. With inspiring keynotes, a vibrant exhibition, and over 40 workshops, the event offered something for everyone.
Watch a highlights video from the event:
A selection of recorded sessions, including talks from Macmillan Chief Executive Gemma Peters, equity campaigner Bami Adenipekun, and Paralympic Gold Medalist Erin Kennedy, are now available on the Learning Hub. Log in to the Learning Hub and search ‘Professionals Conference’.
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During the event, the Macmillan Professionals Excellence Awards ceremony honoured inspiring work from across the UK, with winners announced during an evening of recognition and celebration. Learn more about our 2024 finalists and winners.
Thank you to our event sponsors La Roche Posay and Abbott.
How to attend
The next Macmillan Professionals Conference will take place in Birmingham on 23–24 April 2026.
- Applications to attend will open in November 2025.
- If you have work or insights to share, content submissions will be open from July to September 2025. This is a great opportunity to share learning, spark discussion, and inspire others across the Macmillan community.
- Nominations for the Excellence Awards will also open in summer 2025. Can you help us shine a spotlight on the incredible contributions of Macmillan professionals across the UK?
More details about these opportunities will be shared soon. To stay up to date, make sure you are subscribed to the Mac Mail e-newsletter.
Get in touch
Have a question about the conference? Please email macevents@macmillan.org.uk.