Dear Colleagues,

Please see a few opportunities for engagement and learning.

CASE STUDY DISCUSSION SERIES

We are pleased to announce the launch of a new Case Discussion Series, jointly organized by the SIOP Paediatric Psycho-Oncology (PPO) Network and the GHN Psychosocial Wellbeing Working Group.

This series aims to provide a safe, supportive, and interactive forum for paediatric psychosocial oncology professionals to discuss challenging cases and collaboratively find solutions.

Why participate? Clinicians are warmly invited to submit cases if they are seeking guidance on difficult psychosocial situations, collective reflection on ethical, emotional, or cultural challenges, strengthening of clinical practice through shared learning, and a connection within a global professional community.

1st Case Study Discussion: Psychosocial Challenges of Non-disclosure across the Cancer Trajectory

Call for Case Study Submissions

We welcome cases involving: ethical dilemmas, communication challenges, cultural complexities, emotional or behavioral concerns, family dynamics, system-level barriers etc.

Case Presentation Guidelines

To ensure confidentiality, please avoid patient names and initials; exclude identifiable images, remove specific demographics, use generalized descriptions and de-identify any quotes.

Upcoming Joint Webinar!

SIOP Survivorship Network and the PPO Network present a session on mental health screening in pediatric cancer survivorship – guidelines, gaps, and practical insights.

PPO Early Career Awards – Applications Open We strongly encourage early career professionals to submit their applications.

Read the full announcement & apply by Feb 28, 2026: https://siop-online.org/news/2026-dr-tori-willard-early-career-award/

SIOP 2026 CONGRESS – ABSTRACTS on PSYCHO-ONCOLOGY ARE WELCOME We warmly encourage submissions in the field of Psycho-Oncology for the SIOP 2026 Congress.

Submit your abstract here: https://siop-congress.org/submission/

Submission deadline: Mar 17, 2026 (midnight CET)

SIOP SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE – PAEDIATRIC PSYCHO-ONCOLOGY EXPERT NEEDED More details: https://siop-online.org/news/2026-scientific-committee-member-call-for-nominations/

Apply by: Feb 11, 2026

SURVEY: TRANSITIONAL CARE FOR CHILDHOOD CANCER SURVIVORS Do you have any experience in caring for individuals with childhood cancer, either as a healthcare provider, survivor, or caregiver? We invite you to share your perspectives in our multinational study on transitional care. The transition process refers to the process of supporting survivors as they move from pediatric to adult healthcare systems. This transition is a critical period that can influence long-term health outcomes, continuity, and quality of life. https://cuhk.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6kXTyLygsuYXPHU

Thank you for your engagement. We look forward to collaborating with you in our upcoming initiatives.

Sincerely,

SIOP PPO Network Leaders:

  • Lisa Kahalley, Co-Chair
  • Valerie Crabtree, Co-Chair
  • Cinzia De Luca, SG Member
  • Savita Goswani, SG Member
  • Chiara Besani, SG Member
  • Leandra Desjardins, SG Member
  • Lori Wiener, SG Member
  • Rhea Daruvala, SG Member-Young Professionals Representative
  • Yin Ting Cheung, SG Member

SIOP GHN Psychosocial Wellbeing Working Group Leaders:

  • Alisa Kamalyan, Co-Chair
  • Aayushi Khaneja, Co-Chair