Honoring the NCCC Arizona Chapter
A Legacy of Leadership, Advocacy, and Hope
The Arizona Chapter of the National Cervical Cancer Coalition has been a powerful voice in cervical cancer awareness and prevention since joining the organization under the American Sexual Health Association in 2004. For more than two decades, the chapter has led with compassion, education, and unwavering dedication, impacting thousands across Arizona and beyond.
Shaundra Hall: Turning Survival Into Purpose
Shaundra Hall, a 25-plus-year cervical cancer survivor, has guided the chapter with remarkable passion. Diagnosed at only 28, she transformed her experience into a lifelong mission to support others and advance prevention efforts. Shaundra has shared her story at hundreds of events, offering hope to survivors and raising awareness of HPV prevention and early detection. Her background in clinical research strengthened her advocacy and has helped countless families understand the importance of clinical trials, vaccination, and informed care.
Gail Petersen Hock: A Lifelong Public Health Advocate
Dr. Gail Petersen Hock brings decades of nursing, public health, and academic leadership experience to the Arizona Chapter. With advanced training from Arizona State University, Harvard, and Johns Hopkins, she has devoted her career to improving patient education and community health. As a survivor of early cervical cancer, Gail has focused much of her work on promoting HPV vaccination and empowering women with reliable information. Her doctoral project, supported by ASHA and the NCCC, elevated the voices of survivors and improved resources for newly diagnosed patients.
A Team Effort
Throughout the years, the Arizona Chapter’s impactful work has also been supported by dedicated chapter liaisons, Blair Schweiger and Lindsay Dowling, whose commitment and partnership have strengthened outreach, education, and survivor support across the region.
A Legacy That Will Endure
Together, Shaundra and Gail have built a strong foundation of education, empathy, and advocacy within the Arizona Chapter. Their leadership has supported survivors, guided families, and advanced understanding of HPV related cancers.
As their final contribution before closing the chapter, the Arizona team is donating $4,500 to the Wesley Clinic to help fund cervical cancer screenings in their community. This powerful and generous act reflects their lifelong commitment to prevention and care. Although they will be deeply missed in their leadership roles, the impact of their work and the stories they have shared will inspire the cervical cancer community for many years to come.
The NCCC extends its heartfelt gratitude for their extraordinary service and enduring legacy.