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The majority of our team consists of parents who have experienced exactly what parents of children with cancer are currently going through.

“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 treatment in the pediatric department of the Institute of Oncology and Radiology of Serbia

Children worldwide are not spared from malignant diseases. Although the total number of cases among children is only a fraction of the overall incidence in adults, in developed countries, they rank second as the cause of mortality in children aged 0-15, just behind accidents.

Therefore, a proper understanding of these diseases and the concerted efforts of the entire community in modern treatment and care for these children reflect the development not only of the healthcare system but also the maturity of society as a whole.

The most common malignant diseases in children are malignant hematopathies (leukemias and lymphomas) and solid tumors. Through effective collaboration, appropriate equipment, and care from various specialties (pediatric oncologists, surgeons, radiologists, immunologists, bacteriologists, pathologists, psychologists, etc.), we are now able to permanently cure more than half of the affected children and give them back their childhood.

Doctors, nurses, educators, and psychologists in the pediatric oncology department of the Institute of Oncology and Radiology of Serbia, in collaboration with the Association ‘Always with the Children,’ undertake various activities beyond medical therapy. They spend time with ‘their children,’ organize visits from actors, poets, children’s writers to the department, and encourage the talents of the little ones.

On behalf of the children undergoing treatment in the Pediatric Department of the Institute of Oncology and Radiology of Serbia and their parents, we want to awaken the positivity that guided us in founding the ‘Always with Children’ Association.

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