In Sarawak, one child is diagnosed with cancer every five days.
Every year in September, we celebrate Childhood Cancer Awareness Month (CCAM) to increase awareness, raise support and funding to progress the agenda of childhood cancer. This month, join us in breaking the stigma associated with childhood cancer while raising awareness of the challenges and issues that childhood cancer patients, families and survivors face.
DID YOU KNOW?
The Gold Ribbon is the international awareness symbol to showcase support and generate solidarity for children affected with cancer.
Breaking Barriers, Chasing Dreams
In 2023, SCCS’s Childhood Cancer Awareness Month is centered around the theme “Breaking Barriers, Chasing Dreams“.
In growing awareness of childhood cancer, it is essential to break the stigma, myths and misconceptions surrounding it. Children diagnosed with cancer face physical, emotional, and social challenges. Breaking the stigma means empowering these little cancer fighters to lead fulfilling lives despite their diagnosis. Encouraging them to pursue their dreams sends a powerful message that their illness does not define them.
This year, we invite you to empower little brave warriors to set long-term goals and chase their dreams. You can express your support and generate solidarity to spread the words about childhood cancer by sharing your very own #SCCSGoldenDream.
Be it dreaming for a future where hope is a reality for all, or dreaming for a world free from the stigma of cancer, share your dreams and inspire childhood cancer patients, their families and survivors to embrace life’s opportunities. Together, we can shift the narrative around childhood cancer from one of pity to one of strength and resilience.
Remember to use these hashtags & tag us on social media @sccsmy!
#SCCSChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth
#SCCSAisyahBeatsCancer
#SCCSGoldenDream
#HelpKidsFightCancer
How can you support CCAM?
Simply wear a Gold Ribbon pin throughout the month of September to show your support. You can also participate in #SCCSChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth 2023 campaign to show up for kids battling cancer🎗️
‘Aisyah Beats Cancer’ Balloon Maze in Miri
Inspired by a true story, this balloon maze showcases the life of a child diagnosed with cancer through interactive balloon sculptures. Happening from 22-24 September 2023 at the Permaisuri Imperial City Mall in Miri, entry to the balloon maze is free to all.
More details about the event here.
Gold September 2023 Frame
Fill up the social space with the new Gold September frame to raise awareness of childhood cancer. Share a photo on your social media using the hashtags: #GoldSeptember #SupportKidsWithCancer #ChildhoodCancerSIOP-CCI
Download the frame here.
Color Me!
What better way to educate your kids about childhood cancer than through fun coloring activity? Coloring also promotes creative thinking and helps with concentration.
Download our adorable CCAM coloring templates here.
Learn more about Childhood Cancer
What you need to know about childhood cancer
True stories shared by childhood cancer patients & families
