Mission & History
Relationship to AAP
The PA Chapter, AAP is affiliated with the national AAP but is a separate 501-c-3 not-for-profit organization. We support the national AAP agenda for children and work on children's initiatives that are specific to Pennsylvania. Members of the national AAP are automatically eligible for membership in the PA Chapter; chapter dues are separate from national AAP dues. If you are not a member of the national AAP, but would like to be a member of the PA Chapter, we welcome you. Please call us at 484-446-3000 or email us at [email protected] for more information.
Mission
The mission of the PA AAP is to promote the equitable health and well-being of all Pennsylvania children. As experts in pediatric healthcare, we are committed to fostering collaboration among pediatricians, families, and community partners through programs of education, support, and advocacy.
Vision
We envision a future where every child in Pennsylvania has equitable access to high-quality care for optimal physical and mental health, supported by families and communities.
PA AAP has a 40-year history of successfully collaborating with public-private partnerships, federal and state government, and foundations.
PA AAP members participate as primary care providers, medical directors, educators, members of state advisory committees, program experts, media spokespeople, and advocates to address issues related to child health. PA AAP educates parents, professionals, legislators, media, and the public about the needs of children, families, and communities. The organization offers programs addressing critical issues including injury prevention, immunization, oral health, obesity prevention, prevention of child abuse and neglect, behavioral health, special health care needs, health and safety in early childhood learning centers, adolescent needs, emergency preparedness, and more. PA AAP is on the front lines of responding to current issues including gun safety and violence prevention, immigrant health, the opioid crisis, and food insecurity. PA AAP is a leading voice for Pennsylvania’s children, especially those who are most vulnerable. The organization supports and advocates for families as they navigate often precarious paths to healthier and safer health and well-being for children and adolescents. PA AAP is a vital partner in ensuring access to quality health care services for all PA children.
The PA Chapter, AAP is affiliated with the national AAP but is a separate 501-c-3 not-for-profit organization. We support the national AAP agenda for children and work on children's initiatives that are specific to Pennsylvania. Members of the national AAP are automatically eligible for membership in the PA Chapter; chapter dues are separate from national AAP dues. If you are not a member of the national AAP, but would like to be a member of the PA Chapter, we welcome you. Please call us at 484-446-3000 or email us at [email protected] for more information.
Mission
The mission of the PA AAP is to promote the equitable health and well-being of all Pennsylvania children. As experts in pediatric healthcare, we are committed to fostering collaboration among pediatricians, families, and community partners through programs of education, support, and advocacy.
Vision
We envision a future where every child in Pennsylvania has equitable access to high-quality care for optimal physical and mental health, supported by families and communities.
PA AAP has a 40-year history of successfully collaborating with public-private partnerships, federal and state government, and foundations.
PA AAP members participate as primary care providers, medical directors, educators, members of state advisory committees, program experts, media spokespeople, and advocates to address issues related to child health. PA AAP educates parents, professionals, legislators, media, and the public about the needs of children, families, and communities. The organization offers programs addressing critical issues including injury prevention, immunization, oral health, obesity prevention, prevention of child abuse and neglect, behavioral health, special health care needs, health and safety in early childhood learning centers, adolescent needs, emergency preparedness, and more. PA AAP is on the front lines of responding to current issues including gun safety and violence prevention, immigrant health, the opioid crisis, and food insecurity. PA AAP is a leading voice for Pennsylvania’s children, especially those who are most vulnerable. The organization supports and advocates for families as they navigate often precarious paths to healthier and safer health and well-being for children and adolescents. PA AAP is a vital partner in ensuring access to quality health care services for all PA children.