Join us for a special event on 8 - 9 March

About the Symposium

Following a neuroblastoma diagnosis, children and families face tough challenges at every point along their journey and difficult decision-making in the pursuit of the best possible outcomes. During this two-day event, families affected by neuroblastoma have the opportunity to come together and to connect with those who work to treat, help, and support them.

The symposium is open to all individuals, parents, and families affected by neuroblastoma, regardless of where they are in their journey, and aims to empower them with knowledge and support as they navigate their unique challenges. The event includes presentations and Q&A sessions with top cancer researchers and health professionals, where families can learn about the latest neuroblastoma treatments and research, as well as the challenges that may arise post-treatment. There will also be a survivor-led discussion and presentations on self-care and hope.

As a hybrid event, we will be welcoming families and other participants back for in-person attendance for the first time since 2019, whilst continuing to live stream the event so it is accessible to everyone.

Registration 

Registration for this year's event is now open. Please see the information below for the different registration options for attending online or in person.

Before registering, please take a moment to read our Terms and Conditions to ensure you're fully informed about the event details and policies. 

Online attendance 

We will be live streaming the event via Zoom so you can access it from wherever you are in the world. Join us online to hear from the experts and from individuals personally affected by neuroblastoma, and take the opportunity to ask them questions in the Q&As. The event is free to attend online.

In-person attendance (parents and families)

We're really pleased to be able to invite anyone affected by neuroblastoma to attend the event in person, no matter where you are in your journey. The event takes place at the DeVere Latimer Estate, Buckinghamshire.

In addition to welcoming families from the UK and Ireland to attend in person, we're pleased to be able to accommodate a small number from elsewhere in the world.

To find out more about the in-person event, including information about accommodation, group sessions, childcare provisions, and our Gala dinner, click here. 

In-person registration closes Friday 31 January 2025 (or earlier if the event becomes fully booked).

While we sincerely hope to be able to accommodate everyone who registers, depending on demand for places, we may need to prioritise families based on need.

In-person attendance (healthcare professionals) 

We welcome a small delegation of healthcare professionals who are working in support of children affected by neuroblastoma to attend on a first come first served basis. The event takes place at the DeVere Latimer Estate, Buckinghamshire.

The fee for healthcare professionals (who are not speaking at the event) is £120 to attend Saturday, £80 to attend Sunday, or £150 to attend both days. The fee includes attendance at all sessions in the main conference room, refreshments and lunch. Fees do not include overnight accommodation, dinner or breakfast.

We have a limited number of bursary places for healthcare professionals who otherwise would not be able to attend. Please indicate on the registration form if you would be interested in being considered for this option.

While we sincerely hope to be able to accommodate all healthcare professionals that register, depending on demand for places, we may need to prioritise families affected by neuroblastoma.

What to expect from the programme

The event programme will feature presentations, panel discussions, and Q&A sessions on the latest developments in neuroblastoma research and treatment, as well as the challenges that may arise post-treatment. There will also be sessions on survivorship, involving neuroblastoma survivors, and discussions about self-care and hope.

Take a look below to find out who will be speaking at the Symposium and to view session topics and the programme schedule.

Video resources

We record all sessions each year, enabling and growing a valuable video resource library for families affected by neuroblastoma to draw on throughout their journey. Thanks to this, we're able to reach parents far beyond our events, helping to empower them through knowledge and sharing of experiences.

This video library covers a broad range of topics within neuroblastoma, including the basics of the disease, current approaches to treatment, cutting-edge areas of research, and psychosocial support.

Thank you to our 2025 supporters

We are very grateful to the organisations supporting the event, enabling the charity to deliver a hybrid event for the first time to the neuroblastoma community.

We look forward to announcing other supporters soon.

If you are interested in supporting the event, we would love to hear from you and to discuss this further. Please reach out to Danielle, our Head of Fundraising and Engagement via Danielle.Russell@solvingkidscancer.org.uk.