Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month - watch and read stories about families affected by cancer, and help us to raise awareness.
Who we are
Expertise.
Without CCLG, I don't think I could do my job as well as I do. Being a member enables us to give the best care we can for our patients and their familiesDr Nicky Thorp, Consultant Clinical Oncologist, The Christie
Expert clinical work
Together with our professional members, we shape better treatment and care—developing guidelines, sharing expertise, offering advice, leading groundbreaking research, and creating essential resources and education for professionals.
Advising government policy
We use our expertise and influence to make things better. By campaigning, advocating and working alongside governments, the NHS, and other organisations, we’re pushing for progress and shaping a brighter future for young lives.
Trusted patient information
We provide trusted information and guidance for children and young people with cancer, their families, and everyone supporting them. Our expertise helps them navigate the challenges of cancer and its impact, offering reassurance and clarity when it’s needed most.
Progress.
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84 %survival rate
in children compared to 20% in the 1960s, thanks to advances in research
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125research projects
funded in the last ten years with the support of research partners
Community.
Leading powerful collaborations
Child Cancer Smart
A collaborative project which will measure, understand and improve the time it takes to diagnose children and young people with all cancers across the UK.
Children’s Cancer Priority Setting Partnership
Bringing together patients, families, professionals and families to improve outcomes for every type of cancer and ensure every child and young person goes on to lead a long, healthy, and happy life.
Latest News & Updates
"Before George was diagnosed, we knew nothing about childhood cancer."
Lisa Radcliffe is a member of CCLG's Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) Group, where she uses her lived experience to help researchers shape and improve their work.
Bertie's story
Bertie was diagnosed with T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (T-ALL) in May 2024 on his 11th birthday. Bertie finished his treatment in June 2026.
Braidy's story
Braidy was diagnosed with blood cancer in 2025 while pregnant. Here, she shares how she navigated treatment, while pregnant and as a new mum, and why she wants to raise awareness.