Member Benefits
Join IGCS today and be a part of the leading global society advancing gynecologic cancer care around the world.
In addition to the valuable educational resources and training opportunities, you will also be supporting the society’s mission to enhance the care of women with gynecologic cancer worldwide through education and training and public awareness.Home > Membership > Member Benefits
IGCS Education360 is our society’s online learning portal with professional education for all members of the gynecologic cancer care team, developed by members of the IGCS Education Committee. The catalog includes multidisciplinary education topics on the latest advances and updates in research, nursing, palliative care, pathology, radiation oncology, and surgery.
IGCS Certificate programs are self-guided and available to all IGCS Members. The learner can set their own pace to complete the course work, required readings, and post-tests in easy-to-follow modules.
Online Subscription to the International Journal of Gynecological Cancer (IJGC). Depending on your member type, a journal subscription is included with IGCS Membership or may be purchased for only $15.00 USD in addition to dues.
Read the latest articles, which include evidence-based content on the detection, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of gynecologic malignancies. IJGC emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach and includes original research and expert reviews. Submit your research for publication or volunteer to review manuscripts.
IGCS members can become engaged in our committee work, programmatic work, and special projects. Engagement opportunities provide ways for members to make a meaningful impact by sharing and expanding their skills and knowledge, shaping the future of IGCS with innovative ideas, and collaborating with colleagues. IGCS members are encouraged to complete an online interest form to learn more about the available opportunities.
The IGCS Annual Global Meeting attracts attendance from the global gynecologic-oncology community and takes place in different regions of the world each year.
The Annual Global Meeting features a state-of-the-art scientific program, and reflects IGCS’s unique role in advancing women’s healthcare in middle- and low-resource settings.
Members receive a significant discount when registering for the meeting.
IGCS members enjoy the benefit of networking and collaborating online with colleagues, fostering professional connections, and sharing expertise with the IGCS Member Directory. The directory serves as a powerful tool, seamlessly connecting members with peers from across the globe.
IGCS mentorship and training programs are at the heart of our society’s mission and are powered by IGCS members. Members can participate in various ways. Learn more about IGCS’ mentorship and training programs and contact susan.ralph@igcs.org for more information.
The Early Career Research & Publications Network connects experienced mentors with young doctors to develop and promote research project ideas and discuss publications and scientific writing as a critical component of career development via online discussion boards, video conferencing, and in-person meetings.
IGCS members have voting privileges (except for senior members) to elect new Officers and Board Members each year and are provided with many opportunities for involvement within the Society, including the right to apply for Board service. Notices regarding the timeline and process for Board nominations and elections are emailed to members within the first quarter of each year and made available on the news section of the IGCS website.
IGCS members can nominate themselves and other members for IGCS’ organizational awards:
IGCS Lifetime Achievement Award
IGCS Excellence in Teaching Award
IGCS Outstanding Achievement in Gynecologic Oncology Surgery Award
IGCS Global Humanitarian Award
IGCS unites survivors-patients, advocates, advocacy groups, and professional societies around the world to strengthen our voices and build an active Global Advocacy Network. Together, we work to improve the quality of health care and empower women with tools and resources to increase their health care autonomy and enable them to act on the specific needs in their regions
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