Annual Conference St Jude-VIVA Forum in Paediatric Oncology
The St. Jude-VIVA Forum in Paediatric Oncology (SJVF) is a pioneering collaboration between St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and the VIVA Foundation for Children with Cancer. Established in 2006, the Forum has grown into a premier platform for knowledge sharing, networking, and collaboration among paediatric oncology professionals across Asia.
Held annually in Singapore each March, SJVF facilitates the transfer of knowledge and best practices in paediatric oncology, enabling developing countries to close the gap with developed nations. By fostering collaboration, the Forum helps ensure that more children with cancer, regardless of geography, have the opportunity for a cure and long-term survival.
The Main Forum spans two days of keynote lectures and interactive discussions, covering a wide range of clinical and research topics. Over the years, SJVF has expanded to include subspecialty meetings such as the St. Jude-VIVA Paediatric Surgical Oncology Symposium, VIVA-Asia Blood and Marrow Transplant Spring School, VIVA-Asia Learning Exchange, and the VIVA-Asia Nursing Symposium. These sessions unite global and regional experts to strengthen collaborations, bridge gaps in care, and build enduring networks within the paediatric oncology community.
In 2026, SJVF will celebrate a significant milestone: the 20th St. Jude-VIVA Forum, taking place from 6 to 8 March 2026 at SingHealth Academia, Singapore (TBC). This landmark edition will feature sessions on both liquid and solid tumours, highlighting the latest advances in immunotherapy, transplantation, and precision medicine, led by distinguished international experts.
The 20th Forum promises not only a rich learning experience but also a celebration of two decades of progress in paediatric oncology. Participants will have unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with scientists, doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals from around the world.
Our mission remains constant: to improve care, increase survival, and ensure that every child with cancer has the chance for a full and meaningful life, regardless of geography or circumstance.
We warmly invite you to join us at the 20th St. Jude–VIVA Forum, where together we will celebrate two decades of impact and chart the path toward a world where no child dies in the dawn of life.
