Dear Members of the SIOP Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine WG, Self-nominations are welcome for the Co-Chair position with the SIOP Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine WG by October 30, 2025, at 12pm noon CEST/Geneva. This role is restricted to candidates from LIC or LMIC countries only. The elected member enters in the position in Nov 2025 [...]

The implementation team for the ARIA Guide is seeking input from providers and potential users from the global pediatric oncology community on guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of childhood cancer. The pre-implementation survey aims to gather feedback and perspectives to ensure that the ARIA Guide meets the diverse needs and requirements of multidisciplinary teams around the world. Your [...]

As Childhood Cancer Awareness Month draws to a close, SIOP is pleased to share an inspiring upcoming event hosted by the Childhood Cancer Foundation South Africa (CHOC). Parents of Gold – Voices of Strength is a special online webinar dedicated to honouring the parents who play a vital yet often unseen role in the childhood [...]

Congratulations to Liz Sniderman on being elected Co-Chair of the SIOP WLPO Network She is a dedicated leader in pediatric oncology with a proven track record of advancing gender equity and fostering leadership among women in the field. With extensive experience in SIOP, including roles as Co-Chair of the Global Health Nursing Network and member of […]

Congratulations to Valerie Crabtree on being elected Co-Chair of the Paediatric Psycho-Oncology (PPO) Network! Valerie Crabtree is dedicated pediatric psychologist with 18 years of specialized experience in pediatric oncology, currently serving as Vice President of Psychosocial Services at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Proven leader in overseeing integrated psychosocial care initiatives and fostering international collaborations […]

Our colleague, Dr. Erica Quintana, passed away in Paris on June 17, 2025. Erica was born in 1936 in San Rosendo, Chile. She completed her medical studies at the University of Concepcion and then practiced general medicine in Patagonia until 1970, in a very versatile practice (including pediatric surgery and obstetrics!). She completed her training [...]

The Young SIOP Committee in SIOP North America is pleased to solicit applications for two exciting opportunities. 1) Leadership Opportunity in SIOP North America The Steering Group of the Young SIOP Committee is looking to fill gaps in our membership with terms starting in October 2025. Responsibilities include regular virtual meetings, contributing to and helping [...]

SIOP is pleased to share an opportunity from KnowTheGlow and OPTOGLOBE for optometry students and professionals worldwide: the Glow Awareness Video Contest. The initiative aims to raise awareness of leukocoria (“The Glow”) - a key sign of childhood eye diseases such as retinoblastoma and the importance of early detection in saving children’s sight. Contest Details: [...]