Sarcoma is an aggressive cancer commonly occurring in children and young adults. More than 25% of children diagnosed with sarcoma do not survive beyond 5 years. 

In 2022, the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare predicted sarcoma to be the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the 10-24 year age group and, alongside brain cancer, the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the 0-24 year age group.

These statistics have not changed over the past 40 years. 

Despite its prevalence, and these harrowing statistics, sarcoma receives comparatively very little funding. We must come together to raise necessary awareness and crucial funds to change this reality and work towards a world without sarcoma.