The European project MELODIC (Mental Health Support for Young Adults with Cancer), in which the Cancer Guidance Center – Kapa3 participates, is being implemented through distinct development phases. The pilot training programme for healthcare professionals is one of its core components, and within this framework, the MELODIC Online Symposium 2026, taking place on 24 April 2026, marks the completion of this educational phase.
The MELODIC project framework
MELODIC is a European project co-funded by the European Union, aiming to strengthen the mental health of young adults living with cancer, as well as to support their families. Through the collaboration of universities, research institutions and healthcare organizations across Europe, the project develops training and support tools for healthcare professionals.
More information about the project and its progress is available on the official Kapa3 website, in the dedicated project section.
The pilot training programme
The pilot training programme focused on enhancing the knowledge and skills of healthcare professionals in providing psychosocial support to young adults with cancer and their families.
As part of the programme, online sessions and contact lessons were delivered, aiming to strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration and support the practical application of tools in everyday clinical practice.
MELODIC Online Symposium 2026
The MELODIC Online Symposium 2026, a two-hour event, brings together participants from all partner countries and includes:
- opening presentations from the European Cancer Organisation and Youth Cancer Europe
- an “experts by experience” panel, where individuals share their lived experience
- a networking panel with healthcare professionals from participating countries
- discussion on how training can be applied in clinical practice
- a closing session by the project coordination team
From training to clinical practice
A key objective of the MELODIC training programme is to strengthen the psychosocial dimension of cancer care, with particular focus on young adults.
The exchange of experiences among healthcare professionals contributes to more holistic approaches to care and supports the integration of psychosocial support into daily clinical practice.
The role of Kapa3
Kapa3 actively participates in the European MELODIC consortium, contributing to the implementation of the training activities and the dissemination of results in Greece. Through this involvement, the connection between scientific knowledge and the support of cancer patients is further strengthened, promoting the development of practical approaches to psychosocial care.
The MELODIC Online Symposium 2026 marks the transition from the pilot training phase to the next stage of utilizing its outcomes, reinforcing the link between education and real-world application in cancer care.
The Press Release here: PRESS-RELEASE-MELODIC SYMPOSIUM
Text/adaptation: Ifiyenia Anastasiou for Kapa3
