Charter of Paris against Cancer

Charter of Paris against cancer
Host country	France
Date	4 February 2000
Venue(s)	Palais de l'Elysee
Cities	Paris
Chair	David Khayat
Website	parischarteragainstcancer.org

The Charter of Paris against Cancer is an international convention that commits signatory countries and individuals to better combat cancer, notably through support for medical research, the implementation of screening policies, and the development of support measures for patients.

President Jacques Chirac, representing France, was the first signatory of the Charter on February 4, 2000. It is in memory of this event that February 4th was chosen to become World Cancer Day.^[1]

Since its first ratification, the Charter continues to be promoted by the AVEC Foundation established by oncologist David Khayat, who was among the personalities behind the text. Each year, the Foundation organizes an annual gala at the Palace of Versailles, during which the "Charter of Paris against cancer Awards" are presented to recognize individuals committed to the fight against cancer.