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Background and context: Although it´s the first cause of death by disease, among ages from 1-19 in Brazil, childhood cancer isn´t a priority to public managers. In addition, cancer care network has weaknesses from early diagnosis to treatment, lack of qualified data, disarticulation among different levels of government and lack of professional training. Aim: Pediatric Oncology Forum aims to promote the redefinition and implementation of public policies that will lead to early diagnosis and fast access to high-quality treatment. Strategy/Tactics: Since 2005, a group of public managers, specialized services and civil society has worked to consolidate the “Unidos pela Cura” as a policy to promote early diagnosis of childhood cancer in Rio de Janeiro. However, other issues have emerged as fundamentals to strengthen cancer care network and also required participation of other governmental bodies and expertise. It was when the Pediatric Oncology Forum of Rio de Janeiro arose, a voice to speak the demands and al...