08:15-09:00 (45m)
Program frame of 15thCCI Asia Conference, Kuching, Malaysia
Venue: The Waterfront Hotel
Date: 20-21 May, 2023
(updated as of 17 May 2023)
Venue: The Waterfront Hotel
Date: 20-21 May, 2023
(updated as of 17 May 2023)
CCI Program – Day 1, Saturday, 20 May
Conference hall: The Ranyai Ballroom, Level 4
Conference hall: The Ranyai Ballroom, Level 4
Arrival: Registration at the entrance of the conference hall
Meet and Greet
09:00-09:30 (30m)
Session 1 – Opening
MC: Alvin Chen
MC: Alvin Chen
Opening Messages
Opening Speech from CCI President: João Bragança
Opening Speech from SIOP Asia President: Hiroki Hori (pre-recording)
Opening Speech from LOC President: Rodney Wong
Opening Speech from WHO HQ: André Ilbawi, WHO Cancer Programme Lead (pre-recording)
Opening Speech from Deputy Premier of Sarawak: Dato Sri Dr Sim Kui Hian
09:30-09:45 (15m)
Parade of Participant Nation Flags: Benson Pau, CCI Asia Chair
Official Launch Ceremony: Jodie Sim, LOC Lead
Presentation of gift to VIP: Rodney Wong, LOC Chair
Departure of Deputy Premier of Sarawak: João Bragança & Rodney Wong
Stretch break for delegates: Benson Pau
09:45-10:55 (70m)
Session 2 – WHO Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer
Moderators: Carmen Auste, CWF, Philippines & Roula Farah, CHANCE, Lebanon
Moderators: Carmen Auste, CWF, Philippines & Roula Farah, CHANCE, Lebanon
09:45-10:00(15m)
Updates and Way Forward for Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer: WHO GICC Global Progress
Roberta Ortiz, Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer Lead (pre-recording)
Roberta Ortiz, Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer Lead (pre-recording)
10:00-10:15(15m)
Regional Updates and Way Forward for Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer: Eastern Mediterranean Region
Giuseppe Troisi, Technical Officer (Cancer Control), Noncommunicable Disease Prevention Unit WHO Regional Office for Eastern Mediterranean(pre-recording)
Giuseppe Troisi, Technical Officer (Cancer Control), Noncommunicable Disease Prevention Unit WHO Regional Office for Eastern Mediterranean(pre-recording)
10:15-10:30(15m)
Regional Updates and Way Forward for Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer: South-East Asia Region
Bishnu Rath Giri, Technical Officer (Cancer Control), WHO Regional Office for South-East Asia (pre-recording)
Bishnu Rath Giri, Technical Officer (Cancer Control), WHO Regional Office for South-East Asia (pre-recording)
10:30-10:45(15m)
Regional Updates and Way Forward for Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer: Western Pacific Region
Elick Narayan, Technical Officer (Management of Noncommunicable Diseases, Division of Programmes for Disease Control), WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific (in-person)
Elick Narayan, Technical Officer (Management of Noncommunicable Diseases, Division of Programmes for Disease Control), WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific (in-person)
10:45-10:55(10m)
Plenary Dialogue/Q&A/Speakers memento presentation
10:55-11:25 (30m)
Coffee/Tea Break
11:25-11:55 (30m)
Session 3 – Keynote
Moderator: Rodney Wong, SCCS, Malaysia
Moderator: Rodney Wong, SCCS, Malaysia
11:25-11:55(30m)
Progress & Challenges of Childhood Cancer Treatment in Malaysia
Kok Hoi Teh, President of MASPHO, Malaysia
Kok Hoi Teh, President of MASPHO, Malaysia
11:55-12:35 (40m)
Session 4 – Panel Discussion: Strategy for securing safe medications for childhood cancer patients in Asia
Moderator: Roula Farah, CHANCE, Lebanon
Moderator: Roula Farah, CHANCE, Lebanon
11:55-12:35(40m)
Kok Hoi Teh, President of MASPHO,
Elick Narayan, WHO WPRO representative
Carmen Auste, CCI member representative
Manvir Victor, Chairman, Patient for Patients Safety Malaysia
Elick Narayan, WHO WPRO representative
Carmen Auste, CCI member representative
Manvir Victor, Chairman, Patient for Patients Safety Malaysia
12:35-13:35 (60m)
Lunch
13:35-14:35 (60m)
Session 5 – Interactive Session
Moderator: Dayang Juliana, SCCS, Malaysia
Moderator: Dayang Juliana, SCCS, Malaysia
13:35-14:35(60m)
Play Therapy in Paediatric Care
Sri Ram Seetha, National Cancer Society of Malaysia, Malaysia
Sri Ram Seetha, National Cancer Society of Malaysia, Malaysia
14:35-15:30 (55m)
Session 6 – Engaging Communities to Support Childhood Cancer Programs and Advocacies
Moderators: Dayang Juliana, SCCS, Malaysia & Bindu Nair, Aroh, India
Moderators: Dayang Juliana, SCCS, Malaysia & Bindu Nair, Aroh, India
14:35-14:50(15m)
Sustainability through Corporate Social Responsibility Engagement
Nina Nerissa Sumpaico Jose, Kythe Foundation, Philippines
Nina Nerissa Sumpaico Jose, Kythe Foundation, Philippines
14:50-15:05(15m)
Strong volunteer recruitment program and special volunteering experiences in Sri Lanka
Sonali Perera, Indira Cancer Trust, Sri Lanka
Sonali Perera, Indira Cancer Trust, Sri Lanka
15:05-15:20(15m)
Government and Other Stakeholders' Engagement to Improve Access to care
Sonal Sharma, Cankids…Kidscan, India
Sonal Sharma, Cankids…Kidscan, India
15:20-15:30(10m)
Plenary Dialogue/Q&A/Speakers memento presentation
15:30-16:00 (30m)
Coffee/Tea Break
16:00-17:00 (55m)
Session 7 – Exploring New Approaches in Pediatric Palliative Care and Pain Management of Children/Adolescents with Cancer
Moderators: Rodney Wong, SCCS, Malaysia & Seo Jong Jin, KACLC, South Korea
Moderators: Rodney Wong, SCCS, Malaysia & Seo Jong Jin, KACLC, South Korea
16:00-16:15(15m)
Attitudes towards the Use of Virtual Reality for Pain and Anxiety Management in Children with Cancer and Blood Disorders
Roula Farah, CHANCE Association, Lebanon
Roula Farah, CHANCE Association, Lebanon
16:15-16:30(15m)
Integrating Early Multidisciplinary Palliative Care Referrals for Children with Cancer at the Children’s Cancer Center of Lebanon
Hisham Al Halabi, Childrens Cancer Center of Lebanon, Lebanon
Hisham Al Halabi, Childrens Cancer Center of Lebanon, Lebanon
16:30-16:45(15m)
Using the Buttons to Help Children Engage in Challenging Conversations
Nickson Tai Boon Khean, Hospital Tunku Azizah, Malaysia
Nickson Tai Boon Khean, Hospital Tunku Azizah, Malaysia
16:45-16:50(5m)
Integrating Palliative Care and Symptom Relief into Paediatric A WHO guide for health care planners, implementers and managers
Roula Farah, WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region CCI Representative
Roula Farah, WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region CCI Representative
16:50-17:00(10m)
Plenary Dialogue/Q&A/Speakers memento presentation
17:00-17:05 (5m)
Summary of the Day: Rodney Wong, Chair of LOC
17:45
Gala dinner delegates and participants, please gather in Waterfront Hotel lobby for coach boarding to Cultural Village at 18:00 (45 minutes drive)
19:00-22:00
Gala Dinner in Cultural Village with performance
21:15 coach boarding for drop off at Waterfront Hotel
*Sponsored by Sarawak Convention Bureau & SCCS
21:15 coach boarding for drop off at Waterfront Hotel
*Sponsored by Sarawak Convention Bureau & SCCS
CCI Program – Day 2, Sunday, 21 May
Conference hall: The Ranyai Ballroom, Level 4
Conference hall: The Ranyai Ballroom, Level 4
08:30-09:00 (30m)
Arrival and Meet & Greet
09:00-09:30 (30m)
Session 8 – CCI Global & Asia Update
Moderators: João Bragança, CCI President & Benson Pau, CCI Asia Chair
Moderators: João Bragança, CCI President & Benson Pau, CCI Asia Chair
09:00-09:15(15m)
CCI Global Update
João Bragança, CCI President
João Bragança, CCI President
09:15-09:30(15m)
CCI Asia Update
Benson Pau, CCI Asia Chair & CCI Asia Regional Committee members
Benson Pau, CCI Asia Chair & CCI Asia Regional Committee members
9:30-10:40 (40m)
Each speaker
allowed max @15m
on the podium
Each speaker
allowed max @15m
on the podium
Session 9 – Learning Session on Psychosocial Standards of Care
Moderators: Anne Gracia, YKAKI, Indonesia & Kohsuke Yamashita, CCAJ, Japan
Moderators: Anne Gracia, YKAKI, Indonesia & Kohsuke Yamashita, CCAJ, Japan
09:30-09:45(15m)
Implementing the Psychosocial Standards of Care in a Childhood Cancer Setting in Singapore
Khoon Chai Wee, Children’s Cancer Foundation, Singapore
Khoon Chai Wee, Children’s Cancer Foundation, Singapore
09-45-10:00(15m)
Development of Integrative Health Consultation (IHC) for Childhood Cancer Patients and Survivors by KACLC
Jong Jin Seo, Korean Association for Children with Leukemia & Cance, South Korea
Jong Jin Seo, Korean Association for Children with Leukemia & Cance, South Korea
10:00-10:15(15m)
Gift for Life – An Ecommerce Website Created to Portray the Emotional Journey of Childhood Cancer
Nadine Chaar, Childrens Cancer Center of Lebanon, Lebanon
Nadine Chaar, Childrens Cancer Center of Lebanon, Lebanon
10:15-10:30(15m)
Behavioral Stress Management Therapy on Mental Fatigue and Depression of Mothers Whose Child Has Completed Cancer Treatment
Maryam Mohammadali, MAHAK, Iran
Maryam Mohammadali, MAHAK, Iran
10:30-10:40(10m)
Plenary Dialogue/Q&A/Speakers memento presentation
10:40-11:10 (30m)
Coffee/Tea Break
11:10-12:30 (80m)
Session 10: The Journey and Engagement of Parent, Survivor and Siblings
Moderators: Jodie Sim, SCCS, Malaysia & Patrick Yip, PKWF, Hong Kong SAR
Moderators: Jodie Sim, SCCS, Malaysia & Patrick Yip, PKWF, Hong Kong SAR
11:10-11:25(15m)
Parent Journeys: Impacts on Family and Marital Relationships
Thilagavathy Karmegham, CAKNE, Malaysia
Thilagavathy Karmegham, CAKNE, Malaysia
11:25-11:35(10m)
Sibling Journey: A Rollercoaster of Emotions
Ryan Raja Wong, Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society, Malaysia (pre-recording)
Ryan Raja Wong, Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society, Malaysia (pre-recording)
11:35-11:50(15m)
Bereaved Parent Journey: Finding Hope After Loss: Moving Forward in Life
Marylene Placid Rijow, Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society, Malaysia
Marylene Placid Rijow, Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society, Malaysia
11:50-12:05(15m)
Survivor Journey: Navigating Life Post Childhood Cancer
Winnie Foo, Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society, Malaysia
Winnie Foo, Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society, Malaysia
12:05-12:20(15m)
CCI Asia Late Effect & Quality of Life Survivor Survey
Patrick Yip, Asia Survivor Lead, Hong Kong SAR, China
Patrick Yip, Asia Survivor Lead, Hong Kong SAR, China
12:20-12:30(10m)
Speakers memento presentation & Announcement of taking online conference survey
12:30-13:30 (60m)
Lunch
13:30-14:20 (50m)
Session 11 – Interactive Session
Moderators: Sonal Sharma, Cankids…Kidscan, India & Carl Queiros, CCI Executive Director
Moderators: Sonal Sharma, Cankids…Kidscan, India & Carl Queiros, CCI Executive Director
13:30-14:20(50m)
Musical Medicine: Exploring the Science and Art of Music Therapy in Pediatric Care
Sandra Cheah, MT-BC, The Inner Lynk Kuching, Malaysia
Sandra Cheah, MT-BC, The Inner Lynk Kuching, Malaysia
14:20-15:30 (70m)
Session 12 – Free Papers
Moderators: Sonal Sharma, Cankids…Kidscan, India & Carl Queiros, CCI Executive Director
Moderators: Sonal Sharma, Cankids…Kidscan, India & Carl Queiros, CCI Executive Director
14:20-14:35(15m)
Scaling Up Nutrition Initiatives for Children/Adolescents with Cancer in Multi-Setting
Carmen Auste, Cancer Warrior Foundation, Philippines
Carmen Auste, Cancer Warrior Foundation, Philippines
14:35-14:50(15m)
Sleep Quality for Cognitive Improvement
Retno Palupi, Yayasan Kasih Anak Kanker Indonesia, Indonesia
Retno Palupi, Yayasan Kasih Anak Kanker Indonesia, Indonesia
14:50-15:05(15m)
CANSupport: Psychosocial Support Right at Your Fingertips
Murallitharan Munisamy , National Cancer Society Malaysia, Malaysia
Murallitharan Munisamy , National Cancer Society Malaysia, Malaysia
15:05-15:20(15m)
Internal Design & Installation of Art Lounge at Borg Al-Arab University Hospital
Manale Elewah, Noha Aly, Sara Nassar, Art2Care, Egypt
Manale Elewah, Noha Aly, Sara Nassar, Art2Care, Egypt
15:20-15:30(10m)
Plenary Dialogue/Q&A/Speakers memento presentation
15:30-16:00 (30m)
Coffee/Tea break
16:05-16:50 (45m)
Each organization
allowed max @15m
Each organization
allowed max @15m
Session 13 - CCI Asia Members’ Forum
Moderators: Kohsuke Yamashita, CCAJ, Japan & Benson Pau, PKWF, Hong Kong SAR
Moderators: Kohsuke Yamashita, CCAJ, Japan & Benson Pau, PKWF, Hong Kong SAR
16:05-16:50(45m)
@CCI Asia Member Organisation, 5 mins Update/Plan/Going Forward
Priority goes to Asia members without oral presentation
Priority goes to Asia members without oral presentation
16:50-16:55(5m)
Announcement of 2024 16th CCI Asia Conference, City and Date
Kohsuke Yamashita, CCI Asia Regional Committee
Kohsuke Yamashita, CCI Asia Regional Committee
16:50-17:00(5m)
Summary of the Day & Closing
Benson Pau, Co-Conference Secretar
Benson Pau, Co-Conference Secretar
*Due to conference room will be occupied for another evening event, conference will be closed sharp at 17:00
17:30-19:00
Post Conference Meet & Greet happy hour
Free & easy with drink and finger food in Waterfront Rooftop Level 13
*Sposored by Dtk Lorna Enan Muloon, Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society Honorary Advisor
Free & easy with drink and finger food in Waterfront Rooftop Level 13
*Sposored by Dtk Lorna Enan Muloon, Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society Honorary Advisor
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Program frame of 15thCCI Asia Conference, Kuching, Malaysia
Venue: The Waterfront Hotel
Date: 20-21 May, 2023
(updated as of 17 May 2023)
Venue: The Waterfront Hotel
Date: 20-21 May, 2023
(updated as of 17 May 2023)
CCI Program – Day 1, Saturday, 20 May
Conference hall: The Ranyai Ballroom, Level 4
Conference hall: The Ranyai Ballroom, Level 4
08:15-09:00 (45m)
Arrival: Registration at the entrance of the conference hall
Meet and Greet
09:00-09:30 (30m)
Session 1 – Opening
MC: Alvin Chen
MC: Alvin Chen
Opening Messages
Opening Speech from CCI President: João Bragança
Opening Speech from SIOP Asia President: Hiroki Hori (pre-recording)
Opening Speech from LOC Chair: Rodney Wong
Opening Speech from WHO HQ: André Ilbawi, WHO Cancer Programme Lead (pre-recording)
Opening Speech from Deputy Premier of Sarawak: Dato Sri Dr Sim Kui Hian
09:30-09:45 (15m)
Parade of Participant Nation Flags: Benson Pau, CCI Asia Chair
Official Launch Ceremony: Jodie Sim, LOC Lead
Presentation of gift to VIP: Rodney Wong, LOC Chair
Departure of Deputy Premier of Sarawak: João Bragança & Rodney Wong
Stretch break for delegates: Benson Pau
09:45-10:55 (70m)
Session 2 – WHO Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer
Moderators: Carmen Auste, CWF, Philippines & Roula Farah, CHANCE, Lebanon
Moderators: Carmen Auste, CWF, Philippines & Roula Farah, CHANCE, Lebanon
09:45-10:00(15m)
Keynote 1: Updates and Way Forward for Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer: WHO GICC Global Progress
Roberta Ortiz, Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer Lead (pre-recording)
Roberta Ortiz, Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer Lead (pre-recording)
10:00-10:15(15m)
Regional Updates and Way Forward for Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer: Eastern Mediterranean Region
Giuseppe Troisi, Technical Officer (Cancer Control), Noncommunicable Disease Prevention Unit WHO Regional Office for Eastern Mediterranean(pre-recording)
Giuseppe Troisi, Technical Officer (Cancer Control), Noncommunicable Disease Prevention Unit WHO Regional Office for Eastern Mediterranean(pre-recording)
10:15-10:30(15m)
Regional Updates and Way Forward for Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer: South-East Asia Region
Bishnu Rath Giri, Technical Officer (Cancer Control), WHO Regional Office for South-East Asia (pre-recording)
Bishnu Rath Giri, Technical Officer (Cancer Control), WHO Regional Office for South-East Asia (pre-recording)
10:30-10:45(15m)
Regional Updates and Way Forward for Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer: Western Pacific Region
Elick Narayan, Technical Officer (Management of Noncommunicable Diseases, Division of Programmes for Disease Control), WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific (in-person)
Elick Narayan, Technical Officer (Management of Noncommunicable Diseases, Division of Programmes for Disease Control), WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific (in-person)
10:45-10:55(10m)
Plenary Dialogue/Q&A/Speakers memento presentation
10:55-11:25 (30m)
Coffee/Tea Break
11:25-11:55 (30m)
Session 3 – Keynote
Moderator: Rodney Wong, SCCS, Malaysia
Moderator: Rodney Wong, SCCS, Malaysia
11:25-11:55(30m)
Progress & Challenges of Childhood Cancer Treatment in Malaysia
Kok Hoi Teh, President of MASPHO, Malaysia
Kok Hoi Teh, President of MASPHO, Malaysia
11:55-12:35 (40m)
Session 4 – Panel Discussion: Strategy for securing safe medications for childhood cancer patients in Asia
Moderator: Roula Farah, CHANCE, Lebanon
Moderator: Roula Farah, CHANCE, Lebanon
11:55-12:35(40m)
Kok Hoi Teh, President of MASPHO,
Elick Narayan, WHO WPRO representative
Carmen Auste, CCI member representative
Manvir Victor, Chairman, Patient for Patients Safety Malaysia
Elick Narayan, WHO WPRO representative
Carmen Auste, CCI member representative
Manvir Victor, Chairman, Patient for Patients Safety Malaysia
12:35-13:35 (60m)
Lunch
13:35-14:35 (60m)
Session 5 – Interactive Session
Moderator: Dayang Juliana, SCCS, Malaysia
Moderator: Dayang Juliana, SCCS, Malaysia
13:35-14:35(60m)
Play Therapy in Paediatric Care
Sri Ram Seetha, National Cancer Society of Malaysia, Malaysia
Sri Ram Seetha, National Cancer Society of Malaysia, Malaysia
14:35-15:30 (55m)
Session 6 – Engaging Communities to Support Childhood Cancer Programs and Advocacies
Moderators: Dayang Juliana, SCCS, Malaysia & Bindu Nair, Aroh, India
Moderators: Dayang Juliana, SCCS, Malaysia & Bindu Nair, Aroh, India
14:35-14:50(15m)
Sustainability through Corporate Social Responsibility Engagement
Nina Nerissa Sumpaico Jose, Kythe Foundation, Philippines
Nina Nerissa Sumpaico Jose, Kythe Foundation, Philippines
14:50-15:05(15m)
Strong volunteer recruitment program and special volunteering experiences in Sri Lanka
Sonali Perera, Indira Cancer Trust, Sri Lanka
Sonali Perera, Indira Cancer Trust, Sri Lanka
15:05-15:20(15m)
Government and other stakeholders' engagement to improve access to care
Sonal Sharma, Cankids…Kidscan, India
Sonal Sharma, Cankids…Kidscan, India
15:20-15:30(10m)
Plenary Dialogue/Q&A/Speakers memento presentation
15:30-16:00 (30m)
Coffee/Tea Break
16:00-17:00 (55m)
Session 7 – Exploring New Approaches in Pediatric Palliative Care and Pain Management of Children/Adolescents with Cancer
Moderators: Rodney Wong, SCCS, Malaysia & Seo Jong Jin, KACLC, South Korea
Moderators: Rodney Wong, SCCS, Malaysia & Seo Jong Jin, KACLC, South Korea
16:00-16:15(15m)
Attitudes towards the Use of Virtual Reality for Pain and Anxiety Management in Children with Cancer and Blood Disorders
Roula Farah, CHANCE Association, Lebanon
Roula Farah, CHANCE Association, Lebanon
16:15-16:30(15m)
Integrating Early Multidisciplinary Palliative Care Referrals for Children with Cancer at the Children’s Cancer Center of Lebanon
Hisham Al Halabi, Children’s Cancer Center of Lebanon, Lebanon
Hisham Al Halabi, Children’s Cancer Center of Lebanon, Lebanon
16:30-16:45(15m)
Using the Buttons to Help Children Engage in Challenging Conversations
Nickson Tai Boon Khean, Hospital Tunku Azizah, Malaysia
Nickson Tai Boon Khean, Hospital Tunku Azizah, Malaysia
16:45-16:50(5m)
Integrating Palliative Care and Symptom Relief into Paediatric A WHO guide for health care planners, implementers and managers
Roula Farah, WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region CCI Representative
Roula Farah, WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region CCI Representative
16:50-17:00(10m)
Plenary Dialogue/Q&A/Speakers memento presentation
17:00-17:05 (5m)
Summary of the Day: Rodney Wong, Chair of LOC
17:45
Gala dinner delegates and participants gather in Waterfront Hotel lobby for coach boarding to Cultural Village at 18:00 (45 minutes drive)
19:00-22:00
Gala Dinner in Cultural Village with performance
21:15 coach boarding for drop off at Waterfront Hotel
*Sponsored by Sarawak Convention Bureau & SCCS
CCI Program – Day 2, Sunday, 21 May
Conference hall: The Ranyai Ballroom, Level 4
Conference hall: The Ranyai Ballroom, Level 4
08:30-09:00 (30m)
Arrival and Meet & Greet
09:00-09:30 (30m)
Session 8 – CCI Global & Asia Update
Moderators: João Bragança, CCI President & Benson Pau, CCI Asia Chair
Moderators: João Bragança, CCI President & Benson Pau, CCI Asia Chair
09:00-09:15(15 m)
CCI Global Update
João Bragança, CCI President
João Bragança, CCI President
09:15-09:30(15 m)
CCI Asia Update
Benson Pau, CCI Asia Chair & CCI Asia Regional Committee members
Benson Pau, CCI Asia Chair & CCI Asia Regional Committee members
9:30-10:40 (40m)
Each speaker
allowed max @15m
on the podium
Each speaker
allowed max @15m
on the podium
Session 9 – Learning Session on Psychosocial Standards of Care
Moderators: Anne Gracia, YKAKI, Indonesia & Kohsuke Yamashita, CCAJ, Japan
Moderators: Anne Gracia, YKAKI, Indonesia & Kohsuke Yamashita, CCAJ, Japan
09:30-09:45(15m)
Implementing the Psychosocial Standards of Care in a Childhood Cancer Setting in Singapore
Khoon Chai Wee, Children’s Cancer Foundation, Singapore
Khoon Chai Wee, Children’s Cancer Foundation, Singapore
09-45-10:00(15m)
Development of Integrative Health Consultation (IHC) for Childhood Cancer Patients and Survivors by KACLC
Jong Jin Seo, Korean Association for Children with Leukemia & Cance, South Korea
Jong Jin Seo, Korean Association for Children with Leukemia & Cance, South Korea
10:00-10:15(15m)
Gift for Life – An Ecommerce Website Created to Portray the Emotional Journey of Childhood Cancer
Nadine Chaar, Childrens Cancer Center of Lebanon, Lebanon
Nadine Chaar, Childrens Cancer Center of Lebanon, Lebanon
10:15-10:30(15m)
Behavioral Stress Management Therapy on Mental Fatigue and Depression of Mothers Whose Child Has Completed Cancer Treatment
Maryam Mohammadali, MAHAK, Iran
Maryam Mohammadali, MAHAK, Iran
10:30-10:40(10m)
Plenary Dialogue/Q&A/Speakers memento presentation
10:40-11:10 (30m)
Coffee/Tea Break
11:10-12:30 (80m)
Session 10: The Journey and Engagement of Parent, Survivor and Siblings
Moderators: Jodie Sim, SCCS, Malaysia & Patrick Yip, PKWF, Hong Kong SAR
Moderators: Jodie Sim, SCCS, Malaysia & Patrick Yip, PKWF, Hong Kong SAR
11:10-11:25(15m)
Parent Journey: Impacts on Family and Marital Relationships
Thilagavathy Karmegham, CAKNE, Malaysia
Thilagavathy Karmegham, CAKNE, Malaysia
11:25-11:35(10m)
Sibling Journey: A Rollercoaster of Emotions
Ryan Raja Wong, Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society, Malaysia (pre-recording
Ryan Raja Wong, Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society, Malaysia (pre-recording
11:35-11:50(15m)
Bereaved Parent Journey: Finding Hope After Loss: Moving Forward in Life
Marylene Placid Rijow, Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society, Malaysia
Marylene Placid Rijow, Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society, Malaysia
11:50-12:05(15m)
Survivor Journey: Navigating Life Post Childhood Cancer
Winnie Foo, Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society, Malaysia
Winnie Foo, Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society, Malaysia
12:05-12:20(15m)
CCI Asia Late Effect & Quality of Life Survivor Survey
Patrick Yip, Asia Survivor Lead, Hong Kong SAR, China
Patrick Yip, Asia Survivor Lead, Hong Kong SAR, China
12:20-12:30(10m)
Speakers memento presentation & Announcement of taking online conference survey
12:30-13:30 (60m)
Lunch
13:30-14:20 (50m)
Session 11 – Interactive Session
Moderators: Sonal Sharma, Cankids…Kidscan, India & Carl Queiros, CCI Executive Director
Moderators: Sonal Sharma, Cankids…Kidscan, India & Carl Queiros, CCI Executive Director
13:30-14:20(50m)
Musical Medicine: Exploring the Science and Art of Music Therapy in Pediatric Care
Sandra Cheah, MT-BC, The Inner Lynk Kuching, Malaysia
Sandra Cheah, MT-BC, The Inner Lynk Kuching, Malaysia
14:20-15:30 (70m)
Session 12 – Free Papers
Moderators: Sonal Sharma, Cankids…Kidscan, India & Carl Queiros, CCI Executive Director
Moderators: Sonal Sharma, Cankids…Kidscan, India & Carl Queiros, CCI Executive Director
14:20-14:35(15m)
Scaling Up Nutrition Initiatives for Children/Adolescents with Cancer in Multi-Setting
Carmen Auste, Cancer Warrior Foundation, Philippines
Carmen Auste, Cancer Warrior Foundation, Philippines
14:35-14:50(15m)
Sleep Quality for Cognitive Improvement
Retno Palupi, Yayasan Kasih Anak Kanker Indonesia, Indonesia
Retno Palupi, Yayasan Kasih Anak Kanker Indonesia, Indonesia
14:50-15:05(15m)
CANSupport: Psychosocial Support Right at Your Fingertips
Murallitharan Munisamy , National Cancer Society Malaysia, Malaysia
Murallitharan Munisamy , National Cancer Society Malaysia, Malaysia
15:05-15:20(15m)
Internal Design & Installation of Art Lounge at Borg Al-Arab University Hospital
Manale Elewah, Noha Aly, Sara Nassar, Art2Care, Egypt
Manale Elewah, Noha Aly, Sara Nassar, Art2Care, Egypt
15:20-15:30(10m)
Plenary Dialogue/Q&A/Speakers memento presentation
15:30-16:00 (30m)
Coffee/Tea break
16:05-16:50 (45m)
Each organization
allowed max @5m
Each organization
allowed max @5m
Session 13 - CCI Asia Members’ Forum
Moderators: Kohsuke Yamashita, CCAJ, Japan & Benson Pau, PKWF, Hong Kong SAR
Moderators: Kohsuke Yamashita, CCAJ, Japan & Benson Pau, PKWF, Hong Kong SAR
16:05-16:50(45m)
@CCI Asia Member Organisation, 5 mins Update/Plan/Going Forward
Priority goes to Asia members without oral presentation
Priority goes to Asia members without oral presentation
16:50-16:55(5m)
Announcement of 2024 16th CCI Asia Conference, City and Date
Kohsuke Yamashita, CCI Asia Regional Committee
16:50-17:00(5m)
Summary of the Day & Closing
Benson Pau, Co-Conference Secretary
*Due to conference room will be occupied for another evening event, conference will be closed sharp at 17:00
17:30-19:00
Post Conference Meet & Greet happy hour
Free & easy with drink and finger food in Waterfront Rooftop Level 13
*Sposored by Dtk Lorna Enan Muloon, Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society Honorary Advisor
Program frame of 15thCCI Asia Conference, Kuching, Malaysia
Venue: The Waterfront Hotel
Date: 20-21 May, 2023
(updated as of 17 May 2023)
Venue: The Waterfront Hotel
Date: 20-21 May, 2023
(updated as of 17 May 2023)
CCI Program – Day 1, Saturday, 20 May
Conference hall: The Ranyai Ballroom, Level 4
Conference hall: The Ranyai Ballroom, Level 4
08:15-09:00 (45m)
Arrival: Registration at the entrance of the conference hall
Meet and Greet
09:00-09:30 (30m)
Session 1 – Opening
MC: Alvin Chen
MC: Alvin Chen
Opening Messages
Opening Speech from CCI President: João Bragança
Opening Speech from SIOP Asia President: Hiroki Hori (pre-recording)
Opening Speech from LOC Chair: Rodney Wong
Opening Speech from WHO HQ: André Ilbawi, WHO Cancer Programme Lead (pre-recording)
Opening Speech from Deputy Premier of Sarawak: Dato Sri Dr Sim Kui Hian
09:30-09:45 (15m)
Parade of Participant Nation Flags: Benson Pau, CCI Asia Chair
Official Launch Ceremony: Jodie Sim, LOC Lead
Presentation of gift to VIP: Rodney Wong, LOC Chair
Departure of Deputy Premier of Sarawak: João Bragança & Rodney Wong
Stretch break for delegates: Benson Pau
09:45-10:55 (70m)
Session 2 – WHO Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer
Moderators: Carmen Auste, CWF, Philippines & Roula Farah, CHANCE, Lebanon
Moderators: Carmen Auste, CWF, Philippines & Roula Farah, CHANCE, Lebanon
09:45-10:00(15m)
Updates and Way Forward for Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer: WHO GICC Global Progress
Roberta Ortiz, Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer Lead (pre-recording)
Roberta Ortiz, Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer Lead (pre-recording)
10:00-10:15(15m)
Regional Updates and Way Forward for Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer: Eastern Mediterranean Region
Giuseppe Troisi, Technical Officer (Cancer Control), Noncommunicable Disease Prevention Unit WHO Regional Office for Eastern Mediterranean(pre-recording)
Giuseppe Troisi, Technical Officer (Cancer Control), Noncommunicable Disease Prevention Unit WHO Regional Office for Eastern Mediterranean(pre-recording)
10:15-10:30(15m)
Regional Updates and Way Forward for Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer: South-East Asia Region
Bishnu Rath Giri, Technical Officer (Cancer Control), WHO Regional Office for South-East Asia (pre-recording)
Bishnu Rath Giri, Technical Officer (Cancer Control), WHO Regional Office for South-East Asia (pre-recording)
10:30-10:45(15m)
Regional Updates and Way Forward for Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer: Western Pacific Region
Elick Narayan, Technical Officer (Management of Noncommunicable Diseases, Division of Programmes for Disease Control), WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific (in-person)
Elick Narayan, Technical Officer (Management of Noncommunicable Diseases, Division of Programmes for Disease Control), WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific (in-person)
10:45-10:55(10m)
Plenary Dialogue/Q&A/Speakers memento presentation
10:55-11:25 (30m)
Coffee/Tea Break
11:25-11:55 (30m)
Session 3 – Keynote
Moderator: Rodney Wong, SCCS, Malaysia
Moderator: Rodney Wong, SCCS, Malaysia
11:25-11:55(30m)
Progress & Challenges of Childhood Cancer Treatment in Malaysia
Kok Hoi Teh, President of MASPHO, Malaysia
Kok Hoi Teh, President of MASPHO, Malaysia
11:55-12:35 (40m)
Session 4 – Panel Discussion: Strategy for securing safe medications for childhood cancer patients in Asia
Moderator: Roula Farah, CHANCE, Lebanon
Moderator: Roula Farah, CHANCE, Lebanon
11:55-12:35(40m)
Kok Hoi Teh, President of MASPHO,
Elick Narayan, WHO WPRO representative
Carmen Auste, CCI member representative
Manvir Victor, Chairman, Patient for Patients Safety Malaysia
Elick Narayan, WHO WPRO representative
Carmen Auste, CCI member representative
Manvir Victor, Chairman, Patient for Patients Safety Malaysia
12:35-13:35 (60m)
Lunch
13:35-14:35 (60m)
Session 5 – Interactive Session
Moderator: Dayang Juliana, SCCS, Malaysia
Moderator: Dayang Juliana, SCCS, Malaysia
13:35-14:35(60m)
Play Therapy in Paediatric Care
Sri Ram Seetha, National Cancer Society of Malaysia, Malaysia
Sri Ram Seetha, National Cancer Society of Malaysia, Malaysia
14:35-15:30 (55m)
Session 6 – Engaging Communities to Support Childhood Cancer Programs and Advocacies
Moderators: Dayang Juliana, SCCS, Malaysia & Bindu Nair, Aroh, India
Moderators: Dayang Juliana, SCCS, Malaysia & Bindu Nair, Aroh, India
14:35-14:50(15m)
Sustainability through Corporate Social Responsibility Engagement
Nina Nerissa Sumpaico Jose, Kythe Foundation, Philippines
Nina Nerissa Sumpaico Jose, Kythe Foundation, Philippines
14:50-15:05(15m)
Strong volunteer recruitment program and special volunteering experiences in Sri Lanka
Sonali Perera, Indira Cancer Trust, Sri Lanka
Sonali Perera, Indira Cancer Trust, Sri Lanka
15:05-15:20(15m)
Government and other stakeholders' engagement to improve access to care
Sonal Sharma, Cankids…Kidscan, India
Sonal Sharma, Cankids…Kidscan, India
15:20-15:30(10m)
Plenary Dialogue/Q&A/Speakers memento presentation
15:30-16:00 (30m)
Coffee/Tea Break
16:00-17:00 (55m)
Session 7 – Exploring New Approaches in Pediatric Palliative Care and Pain Management of Children/Adolescents with Cancer
Moderators: Rodney Wong, SCCS, Malaysia & Seo Jong Jin, KACLC, South Korea
Moderators: Rodney Wong, SCCS, Malaysia & Seo Jong Jin, KACLC, South Korea
16:00-16:15(15m)
Attitudes towards the Use of Virtual Reality for Pain and Anxiety Management in Children with Cancer and Blood Disorders
Roula Farah, CHANCE Association, Lebanon
Roula Farah, CHANCE Association, Lebanon
16:15-16:30(15m)
Integrating Early Multidisciplinary Palliative Care Referrals for Children with Cancer at the Children’s Cancer Center of Lebanon
Hisham Al Halabi, Childrens Cancer Center of Lebanon, Lebanon
Hisham Al Halabi, Childrens Cancer Center of Lebanon, Lebanon
16:30-16:45(15m)
Using the Buttons to Help Children Engage in Challenging Conversations
Nickson Tai Boon Khean, Hospital Tunku Azizah, Malaysia
Nickson Tai Boon Khean, Hospital Tunku Azizah, Malaysia
16:45-16:50(5m)
Integrating Palliative Care and Symptom Relief into Paediatric A WHO guide for health care planners, implementers and managers
Roula Farah, WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region CCI Representative
Roula Farah, WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region CCI Representative
16:50-17:00(10m)
Plenary Dialogue/Q&A/Speakers memento presentation
17:00-17:05 (5m)
Summary of the Day: Rodney Wong, Chair of LOC
17:45
Gala dinner delegates and participants gather in Waterfront Hotel lobby for coach boarding to Cultural Village at 18:00 (45 minutes drive)
19:00-22:00
Gala Dinner in Cultural Village with performance
21:15 coach boarding for drop off at Waterfront Hotel
*Sponsored by Sarawak Convention Bureau & SCCS
CCI Program – Day 2, Sunday, 21 May
Conference hall: The Ranyai Ballroom, Level 4
Conference hall: The Ranyai Ballroom, Level 4
08:30-09:00 (30m)
Arrival and Meet & Greet
09:00-09:30 (30m)
Session 8 – CCI Global & Asia Update
Moderators: João Bragança, CCI President & Benson Pau, CCI Asia Chair
09:00-09:15(15m)
CCI Global Update
João Bragança, CCI President
João Bragança, CCI President
09:15-09:30(15 m)
CCI Asia Update
Benson Pau, CCI Asia Chair & CCI Asia Regional Committee members
Benson Pau, CCI Asia Chair & CCI Asia Regional Committee members
9:30-10:40 (40m)
Each speaker
allowed max @15m
on the podium
Each speaker
allowed max @15m
on the podium
Session 9 – Learning Session on Psychosocial Standards of Care
Moderators: Anne Gracia, YKAKI, Indonesia & Kohsuke Yamashita, CCAJ, Japan
Moderators: Anne Gracia, YKAKI, Indonesia & Kohsuke Yamashita, CCAJ, Japan
09:30-09:45(15m)
Implementing the Psychosocial Standards of Care in a Childhood Cancer Setting in Singapore
Khoon Chai Wee, Children’s Cancer Foundation, Singapore
Khoon Chai Wee, Children’s Cancer Foundation, Singapore
09-45-10:00(15m)
Development of Integrative Health Consultation (IHC) for Childhood Cancer Patients and Survivors by KACLC
Jong Jin Seo, Korean Association for Children with Leukemia & Cance, South Korea
Jong Jin Seo, Korean Association for Children with Leukemia & Cance, South Korea
10:00-10:15(15m)
Gift for Life – An Ecommerce Website Created to Portray the Emotional Journey of Childhood Cancer
Nadine Chaar, Childrens Cancer Center of Lebanon, Lebanon
Nadine Chaar, Childrens Cancer Center of Lebanon, Lebanon
10:15-10:30(15m)
Behavioral Stress Management Therapy on Mental Fatigue and Depression of Mothers Whose Child Has Completed Cancer Treatment
Maryam Mohammadali, MAHAK, Iran
Maryam Mohammadali, MAHAK, Iran
10:30-10:40(10m)
Plenary Dialogue/Q&A/Speakers memento presentation
10:40-11:10 (30m)
Coffee/Tea Break
11:10-12:30 (80m)
Session 10: The Journey and Engagement of Parent, Survivor and Siblings
Moderators: Jodie Sim, SCCS, Malaysia & Patrick Yip, PKWF, Hong Kong SAR
Moderators: Jodie Sim, SCCS, Malaysia & Patrick Yip, PKWF, Hong Kong SAR
11:10-11:25(15m)
Parent Journeys: Impacts on Family and Marital Relationships
Thilagavathy Karmegham, CAKNE, Malaysia
Thilagavathy Karmegham, CAKNE, Malaysia
11:25-11:35(10m)
Sibling Journey: A Rollercoaster of Emotions
Ryan Raja Wong, Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society, Malaysia (pre-recording)
Ryan Raja Wong, Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society, Malaysia (pre-recording)
11:35-11:50(15m)
Bereaved Parent Journey: Finding Hope After Loss: Moving Forward in Life
Marylene Placid Rijow, Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society, Malaysia
Marylene Placid Rijow, Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society, Malaysia
11:50-12:05(15m)
Survivor Journey: Navigating Life Post Childhood Cancer
Winnie Foo, Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society, Malaysia
Winnie Foo, Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society, Malaysia
12:05-12:20(15m)
CCI Asia Late Effect & Quality of Life Survivor Survey
Patrick Yip, Asia Survivor Lead, Hong Kong SAR, China
Patrick Yip, Asia Survivor Lead, Hong Kong SAR, China
12:20-12:30(10m)
Speakers memento presentation & Announcement of taking online conference survey
12:30-13:30 (60m)
Lunch
13:30-14:20 (50m)
Session 11 – Interactive Session
Moderators: Sonal Sharma, Cankids…Kidscan, India & Carl Queiros, CCI Executive Director
Moderators: Sonal Sharma, Cankids…Kidscan, India & Carl Queiros, CCI Executive Director
13:30-14:20(50m)
Musical Medicine: Exploring the Science and Art of Music Therapy in Pediatric Care
Sandra Cheah, MT-BC, The Inner Lynk Kuching, Malaysia
Sandra Cheah, MT-BC, The Inner Lynk Kuching, Malaysia
14:20-15:30 (70m)
Session 12 – Free Papers
Moderators: Sonal Sharma, Cankids…Kidscan, India & Carl Queiros, CCI Executive Director
Moderators: Sonal Sharma, Cankids…Kidscan, India & Carl Queiros, CCI Executive Director
14:20-14:35(15m)
Scaling Up Nutrition Initiatives for Children/Adolescents with Cancer in Multi-Setting
Carmen Auste, Cancer Warrior Foundation, Philippines
Carmen Auste, Cancer Warrior Foundation, Philippines
14:35-14:50(15m)
Sleep Quality for Cognitive Improvement
Retno Palupi, Yayasan Kasih Anak Kanker Indonesia, Indonesia
Retno Palupi, Yayasan Kasih Anak Kanker Indonesia, Indonesia
14:50-15:05(15m)
CANSupport: Psychosocial Support Right at Your Fingertips
Murallitharan Munisamy , National Cancer Society Malaysia, Malaysia
Murallitharan Munisamy , National Cancer Society Malaysia, Malaysia
15:05-15:20(15m)
Internal Design & Installation of Art Lounge at Borg Al-Arab University Hospital
Manale Elewah, Noha Aly, Sara Nassar, Art2Care, Egypt
Manale Elewah, Noha Aly, Sara Nassar, Art2Care, Egypt
15:20-15:30(10m)
Plenary Dialogue/Q&A/Speakers memento presentation
15:30-16:00 (30m)
Coffee/Tea break
16:05-16:50 (45m)
Each organization
allowed max @5m
Each organization
allowed max @5m
Session 13 - CCI Asia Members’ Forum
Moderators: Kohsuke Yamashita, CCAJ, Japan & Benson Pau, PKWF, Hong Kong SAR
Moderators: Kohsuke Yamashita, CCAJ, Japan & Benson Pau, PKWF, Hong Kong SAR
16:05-16:50(45m)
@CCI Asia Member Organisation, 5 mins Update/Plan/Going Forward
Priority goes to Asia members without oral presentation
Priority goes to Asia members without oral presentation
16:50-16:55(5m)
Announcement of 2024 16th CCI Asia Conference, City and Date
Kohsuke Yamashita, CCI Asia Regional Committee
Kohsuke Yamashita, CCI Asia Regional Committee
16:50-17:00(5m)
Summary of the Day & Closing
Benson Pau, Co-Conference Secretary
Benson Pau, Co-Conference Secretary
*Due to conference room will be occupied for another evening event, conference will be closed sharp at 17:00
17:30-19:00
Post Conference Meet & Greet happy hour
Free & easy with drink and finger food in Waterfront Rooftop Level 13
*Sposored by Dtk Lorna Enan Muloon, Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society Honorary Advisor
Free & easy with drink and finger food in Waterfront Rooftop Level 13
*Sposored by Dtk Lorna Enan Muloon, Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society Honorary Advisor
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