CCI Annual
Conference 2026
San Antonio, Texas, USA
September 15-18, 2026
Join us in historic San Antonio for the 32nd CCI Annual International Conference!
Hosted in San Antonio, Texas, the conference will unite people with lived experience of childhood cancer — including survivors, parents, and patient advocates — together with civil society organisations, healthcare professionals, and multidisciplinary care teams from across the globe. The meeting offers a unique space to connect, share perspectives, and foster partnerships that advance advocacy and improve outcomes for children and adolescents with cancer.
The conference will once again be organised in conjunction with SIOP as a part of the SIOP Congress.
The CCI Annual Conference welcomes members from across the world, along with individual advocates who are parents, patients, or survivors interested in the engaging sessions we have planned.
With your personalised registration, you’ll also be able to join select open sessions from the SIOP Congress, beyond the main CCI Conference program.
Find more details about the conference
Conference Dates
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September 15-18, 2026
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Conference Dates • September 15-18, 2026 •
Abstract Submission Deadline
March 17, 2026
(midnight CET)
Early Registration Deadline
June 23, 2026
July 14-
August 11, 2026
Late Breaking Abstract Submission Deadline
Please note that late breaking submission is NOT a deadline extension of the general abstract submission deadline. The late breaking abstracts are reserved for highly relevant, impactful research whereby the data became available in the last three months.
CCI Annual Conference
September
15-18, 2026
See you in San Antonio, TX!
Venue
Henry B. González Convention Center
Address: 900 E Market St, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA
Website: http://www.sahbgcc.com/
Language
The official language of the CCI Annual Conference is English.
Stipends
At CCI, we believe in the importance of education, equal access to information, and sharing knowledge and experience. We also understand that attending the conference can be financially challenging for some of our members. That is why we are committed to making fundraising efforts to support members’ attendance.
Stipends are available in a limited number!
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Partial stipend: for flights, or accommodation, or registration fee, or allowance for meals, or a combination of these
General stipend: flights, accommodation, registration fee
Stipends are provided as partial funding, and applicants are expected to cover some of the costs, including receiving complementary support from their sending organisation (a CCI member).
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Complete the application form
Submit the required supporting documents
Only applications meeting the stated requirements will be considered.
Please note: It is not required to submit an abstract in order to apply for a stipend.
Application deadline: April 15, 2026
This Year’s Must-Sees
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This Year’s Must-Sees •
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A whole day dedicated to advancing practical knowledge and gaining skills to help your organization support their mission. This year, the specialized workshops will focus on:
Nutrition: Addressing current best practices and emerging research in nutritional support for children affected by cancer.
Fundraising & Resource Development Strategies: Providing tools and frameworks to strengthen financial sustainability for childhood cancer programs.
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Co-hosted with the International Society of Paediatric Oncology (SIOP) and other global partners, these sessions bring together diverse perspectives to address common challenges, share solutions, and build stronger networks for improving childhood cancer care around the world.
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Join us to celebrate outstanding initiatives from CCI member organizations around the world. The President’s Awards shine a light on innovative programs, dedicated teams, and impactful actions that are helping shape a better future for children and families affected by cancer.
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An evening for CCI members to connect, the CCI Dinner gives us the opportunity to unwind, exchange experiences, strengthen international collaboration, and build lasting relationships as we continue our shared mission together.
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Abstract submission for the 2026 conference is now open. Explore the 2025 programme to discover the breadth of topics and sessions you can expect.
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