Art Exhibition
Take Part in Art!
We would like to invite children and young people affected by childhood cancer and their parents to take part in an art project for display at the conference.
Theme: The F Words!
Format:
Drawing, painting, colouring, photography, 3D printing, clay or pottery, even poetry or other short forms of creative writing…all formats are welcome!
Ideally, we will accept submissions in electronic formats but physical pieces will also be accepted.
Who can enter:
Anyone affected by childhood cancer of any age. The exhibition is open to all – children and young people directly affected by childhood cancer, siblings, parents and anyone working with families impacted by childhood cancer.
More on the theme
By Aoife Moggan, childhood cancer survivor and advocate and curator of the art exhibition
Inspired by the CAYAS conference theme of The F Words – Functioning, Family, Fitness, Fun, Friends, and Future this exhibition will help celebrate the creativity of both the CAYAS community and their support networks.
Whether your work reflects a special friendship, a family memory, a personal achievement or something more abstract, we would love to share your unique perspective.
The exhibition aims to showcase the voices, talents, and stories of our community, creating a space for connection, reflection, and celebration. No previous artistic experience is needed and every contribution is valued, and every story matters.
We welcome all forms of artistic expression, including paintings, drawings, photography, creative writing, poetry, songs and digital art.
If you wish to contribute please email a.moggan@gmail.com for further details.
Deadline and how to submit:
Submission deadline is Monday 21st September 2026.
Email
Submissions should be emailed, if possible, to info@cayasireland.ie and a.moggan@gmail.com.
Post
We can also accept physical submissions. Please contact Aoife for postal address.
More information: info@cayasireland.ie
Kindly supported by
We are grateful for the support of CHI at Crumlin and the National Cancer Control Programme (NCCP), both of whom have recognised the value of this conference from the beginning and lend their expertise and support to ensure that the patient voice is heard and valued.