Welcome to the Australian Melanoma Research Foundation website. We are a not-for-profit charity organisation established in 2006 by a group of dedicated volunteers to provide funding for Research, Awareness and Early Detection programs.
AMRF aims to reduce and prevent the incidence of melanoma, referred to as Australia’s national cancer, by conducting regular education and awareness programs and participating in community events.
Scroll down for more information about our current fundraising activities, contact us with your melanoma story or become a part of our wonderful Melanoma Community.
Gift a real star this Christmas
For that special person in your life. Their star will always shine brightly.
You can name a real star in honour of your loved one. A beautiful, customised gift pack will be rushed by elves directly to you or delivered to the person you love.
Your gift will also be supporting melanoma research, helping to make the future brighter for generations to come.
Other ways to donate this Christmas…
We are once again participating in the People’s Choice Community Lottery. Tickets are on sale now and with every ticket you purchase for $2, you go into the draw to win some fantastic prizes. 100% of the ticket sales goes to Melanoma Research.
The lottery will run until Thursday 24 February 2022, so please support us and be part of the life changing work we do.
Thank you for your support. Click here to see the full list of prizes to be won. And good luck!
The AMRF Larapinta (Arrernte) Challenge 2022
We are thrilled to announce our 2022 date for the Challenge is 6–12 May
We can’t wait to take our wonderful participants on this trip of a lifetime!
If you would like to join them, we would love to welcome you aboard. Please email Kim at admin@melanomaresearch.com.au for further information.
For more information and to download the information pack, click here.
For more inspiration click here to see the video made by the ABC – The long walk in the desert.
Read the latest AMRF Melanoma Research Update
Did you know...
MELANOMA
IN AUSTRALIA
EVERY SINGLE
YEAR
MELANOMA
ARE DIAGNOSED
EVERY YEAR
IN AUSTRALIA
CANCER DEATHS
IN AUSTRALIA
ARE FROM
MELANOMA
Fast Facts
Did you know in Australia, 1 person dies from melanoma every 5 hours.
Melanoma is often referred to as ‘Australia’s National Cancer’. AMRF aims to reduce and prevent the incidence of melanoma in Australia.
What is melanoma?
Melanoma is the most severe type of skin cancer. It begins in skin cells called melanocytes. Melanocytes are the cells that make melanin, which gives the skin its colour. Melanin also protects the deeper layers of the skin from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. When people spend time in the sun, the melanocytes produce more melanin and cause the skin to tan.
What to look for
It is very important to check your skin regularly in order to detect any changes in the SIZE, COLOUR or SHAPE of a mole or skin lesion. An easy way to detect potentially harmful moles or lesions is by using the ABCDE guidlines.
Am I at risk?
Yes. In fact, everyone is at risk, as we are all exposed to the sun. Due to variations in skin types, some people are more at risk than others. Check your risk level below:
Prevention
Your exposure to ultra violet (UV) light from the sun is one of the major risk factors for melanoma that you can control.
How you can help
Here are some ways you can participate with us:
- Host a fundraiser
- Volunteer and become part of our life changing work
- Become a regular donor
- Leave a gift in your will
We support research
The AMRF supports research into melanoma, including prevention and treatment. We specifically support the next generation of melanoma researchers in Australia by providing grants to post-graduate students and early career researchers.
We have been helping to save Australian lives since 2006
We have been helping to save Australian lives since 2006
SunSmart app
Our senses can’t detect the sun’s harmful UV rays, so it’s important to check the daily sun protection times for your location each day on the Cancer Council’s SunSmart app. The app lets you know when you do and don’t need sun protection, making it easier than ever to be smart about your sun exposure all year.