September: Our Month of Movement
Moving together to raise awareness of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
This September, we’re making movement matter with our Month of Movement, helping to raise awareness of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
Throughout the month, we’ll be encouraging children, families, schools and communities to get moving in ways that are fun, positive and accessible to everyone. Whether it’s yoga, dancing, walking, stretching or simply being active together, every movement helps us shine a light on childhood cancer and show our support for children and families affected by it.
What is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and why is it so important?
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month is observed worldwide every September, an annual event that began in 1990. Over the past 30 years, advancements in research and treatment have greatly improved survival rates for children with cancer. However, in that time the number of cases of childhood cancer has increased and remains at its highest levels today. In the UK, the incidence of childhood cancer has risen by 13% since the early 2000s. Approximately 4,200 children and young people are diagnosed with cancer in the UK each year, with around 120 of those living in the North East and Cumbria. Cancer remains the leading cause of non-accidental death for children aged one to 9 in the UK. Moreover, even if a child survives cancer, the disease can rob them of their childhood, hinder their education, and lead to long-term side effects from treatment.
Children’s Cancer North, has a mission is to make life better for children and young people with cancer by raising awareness, investing in ground breaking research, and delivering essential support to families during their challenging journey. Join us and stand in solidarity with children facing cancer this September by wearing gold, visiting your favourite landmarks in the North East and Cumbria, and sharing your posts to show your support.
Paint The Toon Gold
North East England and Cumbria, let’s PAINT THE TOON GOLD! Each September, as part of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we’re inviting the public to stand in solidarity with children facing cancer by wearing gold in front of our region’s stunning landmarks, visiting our impactful art exhibition and taking part in fundraising activities.Share your golden moments at monuments or landmarks on our dedicated or post them on social media using #CCNGold and #