Empowering Sun Safety
Solace is a non-profit organization based in sunny
California, started by high-school student Andra Campos. Solace is dedicated to promoting sun safety, especially for outdoor workers. We raise awareness about sun protection and provide education and resources to prevent skin damage. We have opened chapters at schools to raise donations for sunscreen and target outdoor workers, students, and the general public interested in sun safety.
According to a study on skin cancer risk for outdoor workers: significantly less outdoor than indoor workers used sunscreen in their own country.
78.1%
Outdoor workers had 78.1% more signs of photodamage.
37.7%
Among the skin cancer patients: 37.7% of outdoor workers vs. 28.6% of indoor workers had ≥2 skin cancers diagnosed during their lifetime.
78.1%
The percentage of outdoor workers who experience more risk behaviours for skin cancer risk factors such as: More UV exposure (both occupational and leisure), Less sunscreen use, Lower health literacy.