Two young girls and a boy sit smiling in front of a Christmas tree, all wearing pyjamas. One of the girls holds a baby girl who has a white glow in her left eye.

Angels and Zebras: How Life-Saving Holiday Pics Reveal Children’s Rare Eye Cancer

Happy Holidays from World Eye Cancer Hope! We love a white Christmas and the season’s festive glow – angels, fairy lights, iced cakes, candles, and snow… But we do not like a white glow in children’s eyes. Rb Survivor and WE C Hope CEO Abby White explains how festive Holiday photos could save a child’s life, and even their sight.

A table is covered with a large sheet of white paper featuring hand-drawn, decorative letters spelling out the words: One Retinoblastoma World 2024. The words are outlined in various colours and patterns, and the letters are intricately designed with stripes, flowers, polka dots, and googly eyes. On the table, a container holds colorful markers; sheets of stickers featuring tropical and fun designs, such as flowers, palm trees, animals, and beach items; large, playful googly eyes; hand-drawn outlines of children’s hands.

One Rb World 2024 Says “Mahalo” to the Retinoblastoma Community – Day Three | Page 4

The final moments of the 7th One Rb World Conference in Honolulu, Hawaii, were dedicated to patients, families, and survivors, showcasing how empowering them can transform their individual experience and collective progress. Marissa D. Gonzalez, President of World Eye Cancer Hope USA, and Conference Event Chair, tells of the inspiring child life programming, and groundbreaking patient engaged-research building bridges of hope and healing for our retinoblastoma community worldwide.

Pamela Paul stands at a light wooden podium against a black background. She wears a blue dress patterned with yellow, pink, and orange flowers.

Storytelling for Life: Global Solutions and Lifelong Care at One Rb World 2024 Day Three | Page 3

As the 7th One Rb World Conference in Honolulu, Hawaii, reached its final hours, personal insights and global initiatives took center stage. Marissa D. Gonzalez, President of World Eye Cancer Hope USA, and Conference Event Chair, reflects on the collective mission to save lives, including The New York Times Opinion feature, “It Takes a Lifetime to Survive Childhood Cancer,” – and the story behind the article.

Mark sits at a round table covered in a white tablecloth, He wears a black t-shirt and black glasses, and holds baby Lennox on his lap. Lennox wears a white t-shirt with green sleeves. A woman seated close by is smiling as she watches them together.

From Treatment to Triumph: Seeking Cure for All at One Rb World 2024 Day Three | Page 2

Day Three of the 7th One Rb World Conference in Honolulu, Hawaii, continued to inspire with an in-depth exploration of treatment pathways, survivor resilience, and global efforts to save lives. Marissa D. Gonzalez, President of World Eye Cancer Hope USA, and Conference Event Chair, shares highlights from the vital discussions and profound personal stories shaping a hopeful future for all affected by retinoblastoma.

10 adults smile together in front of a sign reading “Mahalo! One Retinoblastoma World”. Peggy and Michael are wearing black long-sleeve tops with dark wash jeans. Kirsten Ramos wears a blue shirt with light wash jeans. Jesse Berry wears a green dress with ruffles around the collar. Cat Paul and Joe Cox are wearing aqua-blue One Retinoblastoma World 2024 t-shirts featuring the conference logo and a design with palm trees, hibiscus, and waves. Victoria Danhakl wears a yellow and brown floral dress. And Roselle and Josh Castanon wear shirts with the slogan: I wear gold to support my daughter.

A Global Call to Action: Early Detection and Advocacy at One Rb World 2024 Day Three | Page 1

Day Three of the 7th One Rb World Conference in Honolulu, Hawaii, was a powerful culmination of global community, collaboration, and hope. From early detection in rural communities to life-saving care, from child life to patient-led research, and more. Marissa D. Gonzalez, Conference Event Chair, shares highlights from the inspiring presentations, life-changing progress, and extraordinary stories that closed this remarkable event.