Resources
Explore our Resources section for essential materials to support and strengthen childhood cancer care in low- and middle-income countries. From publications and training tools to downloadable guides and educational content, these resources are designed to inform, equip, and inspire action.
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Training and research
Upcoming events
April 13-17, 2026
Lagos, Nigeria
SIOP Africa 2026 will spotlight the groundbreaking work being done across the continent, while opening the floor to new collaborations, bold ideas, and the voices of young professionals shaping the future. Together, we will explore what it truly means to harmonise care, strengthen systems and push forward African-led research.
May 4-7, 2026
Glasgow, Scotland
The SIOP Europe Annual Meeting is a joint meeting of different European Clinical Trials Groups, Young Oncologists, SIOPE Working Groups and Parents & Survivors representatives. The Annual Meeting is held in partnership with CCI Europe, ensuring the representation and participation of childhood cancer parents and survivors.The meeting format is unique: it includes novel session formats, interactive workshops and forums empowering the attendees to debate and disseminate the outcomes of the high quality clinical and basic research carried out in Europe.
June 25-28, 2026
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
This premier pediatric oncology event brings together experts to improve childhood cancer survival rates across Asia. Abstract submission is currently open, with a deadline of March 15, 2026, for research on medical, nursing, and psychosocial topics.
September 15-18, 2026
San Antonio, USA
Being a global multidisciplinary society, SIOP wants to connect researchers (fundamental as well as clinical) and clinicians, to connect the different professional disciplines and to connect the different parts of the world. You can expect rigorous sessions led by world-class experts, data-driven insights, and debates that challenge us to raise standards in every region. Our goal is simple and ambitious: to accelerate change and deliver tangible improvements for children everywhere.
Supporting future leaders is a priority for our society, and Young SIOP scholarships for colleagues from low- and middle-income countries will again be offered in 2026.
Publications & Media
Browse, read, and download to learn more about our mission in action.
NCDconnect & ACT for Children: Closing the Paediatric Cancer Gap
This article by NCDconnect & ACT for Children highlights the urgent need to close the gap in paediatric cancer care worldwide. It explores current challenges and outlines collaborative actions to improve access to life-saving treatment for children with cancer.