Together, we turn hope into progress.

I was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in March 2019 and underwent an intensive course of treatment followed by surgery. I realise how fortunate I am to be doing so well today. I want to help make Casper van Eijck’s research possible so that more people can have better prospects after diagnosis. Alongside raising money by knitting socks, I volunteer at sporting events such as the annual Vitesse collection. It would be wonderful if my outcome were no longer exceptional.

I first became involved with Stichting Overleven met Alvleesklierkanker (Support Casper) in 2016. My mother was treated by Professor Casper van Eijck at Erasmus MC but died from this aggressive cancer within nine weeks. I was 14 and deeply moved by her strength and the care she received. Since the age of 19, alongside studying medicine at Erasmus MC, I have volunteered for the foundation. One memorable campaign was the 2024 Bergse Plasloop in Hillegersberg, which brought people together through sport while raising funds for vital research. I am grateful and proud to be part of a team working towards better prospects for people with pancreatic cancer.