Emilia Trustum has turned her battle with T-cell lymphoblastic lymphoma into a mission of hope and advocacy.
Diagnosed at 7, she underwent intensive treatment, including chemotherapy and a bone marrow transplant. Since 2020, Emilia has raised over $90,000 for The Kids’ Cancer Project through creative fundraising efforts such as gold dress-up days, cupcake sales, raffles and morning teas. In 2024 alone, she raised $34,000. In 2022, Emilia launched the ‘Awareness Rainbow’ initiative to symbolise different childhood cancers, gaining national attention.
Emilia is a powerful advocate for childhood cancer research, inspiring others to support her mission. Her dream is a world where every child survives cancer.