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The majority of our team consists of parents whose children have battled cancer at a young age.

“Always with The Children”

Association of citizens supporting children facing cancer

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Always with the children

We were founded on September 2, 1991, as an association of citizens dedicated to helping children undergoing cancer treatment at the Institute of Oncology and Radiology of Serbia

Children around the world are not immune to cancer. Although childhood cancer cases make up only a small percentage of the total compared to adults, it is still the second leading cause of death among children aged 0-15 in developed countries.

Understanding these diseases and working together as a community to provide modern treatment and care is a true measure of a society’s progress and compassion.

The most common cancers in children are blood-related diseases like leukemia and lymphoma, as well as solid tumors. Thanks to advances in medicine and collaboration among pediatric oncologists, surgeons, radiologists, psychologists, and other specialists, we can now permanently cure more than half of affected children and help them reclaim their childhood.

At the Pediatric Department of the Institute of Oncology and Radiology of Serbia, doctors, nurses, educators, and psychologists work tirelessly to go beyond medical treatment. With support from the ‘Always with Children’ Association, they organize activities to brighten the lives of children undergoing treatment. These include hospital visits from actors, poets, and children’s writers, as well as opportunities for children to explore and develop their talents.

On behalf of these children and their families, we want to inspire the same positivity that motivated us to create the ‘Always with Children’ Association.

Let’s not focus on the challenges faced by children with cancer. Instead, let’s come together to support and help them!

Let us not mourn the fate of children suffering from cancer; instead, let us help them!

The project involves organizing regular art workshops at the Institute of Oncology (IORS) and in the “Parent’s Corner,” allowing children to gradually create an imaginary city with all the institutions, objects, and activities found in real cities. The children have named this city ŽIZUKO.

Through their contributions to the city, they become “builders” and remain a part of the community.

Žizuko continues its life here.

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Statute”Always with The Children”

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Financial report

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“With the help of the association, my daughter got a free wig! I don’t remember the last time I saw her smile, but when she got her wig, she learned how to smile again.”

Mother of the girl who received a wig

“I’m not sure what we would’ve done if not for the association. When they told us that we need to come to Belgrade for the treatment, we almost gave up. Then we learned about the association and Mileva and Dušanka, and only after did they tell us that their children also had cancer when they were young. They gave us a place to stay. It meant a lot that there was someone who understood us and who could advise us. ”

Family from Parent’s Corner

“You know... If it wasn't for the association and aunt Dušanka and Mileva, I wouldn’t have gotten New Year gifts. I got trainers, slippers... oh yeah, and lot of toys!”

- 5 year old child

“The Association has helped me a lot. The thing that means the most to me is that I know I have someplace to return to even after the treatment. Mileva and Dušanka have become part of the family, and I like to come after my Uni to see them. They always celebrate my every success. Also, while I was sick, they were there for me. I knew whom to call if I felt the need for support.”

Young person who beat the cancer, currently studying at University

“The association gave me a unique opportunity to help. I didn’t even know that I could donate my hair until I saw the project “Let my hair be your hair”. Now, I grow my hair and I plan to donate again. I’m happy that I can help and I hope that it eases someone’s pain at least a little bit.”

- Girl who donated hair

Our little means a lot to someone…

Let’s be the ones who give strength, let’s be the ones who bring back the smile.

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