Official Statement Opposing Detention of Immigrant Children
The National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) strongly opposes the Administration’s plan to reopen the South Texas Family Residential Center and any other immigrant child and/or family detention facilities. Not only does such action increase the likelihood for
Official Statement Supporting Vaccines
The National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) supports the timely and complete immunization of all infants, children, adolescents, and adults to maximize the health and wellbeing of all people. According to the World Health Organization, routine childhood immunizations
NAPNAP Advocacy in Action
From NAPNAP President Dr. Daniel Crawford Dear Member, The past four weeks have been turbulent for our nation, bringing uncertainty and stress to many of our members and the children, families and communities which we serve. The president’s Executive
Fully Committed to Our Mission During Challenging Times
From NAPNAP President Dr. Daniel Crawford Dear Colleagues, Since the nursing profession was formally recognized nearly 200 years ago, nurses have demonstrated our unwavering compassion, resilience and innovation. Through wars, outbreaks and pandemics, national disasters, economic crises, and so
In Memoriam: Remembering Dr. Loretta C. Ford
NAPNAP is mourning the passing of an extraordinary trailblazer, Dr. Loretta C. Ford. In her impressive 104 years of life, she was an innovative pioneer who co-founded the NP role as we know it today. Dr. Ford’s legacy lives
In Celebration of Dr. Loretta C. Ford’s Birthday
From NAPNAP President Dr. Daniel Crawford December 28, 2024 Today, on the 104th anniversary of Loretta Ford’s birth, the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) honors and celebrates her as the innovative pioneer who co-founded the nurse practitioner
NAPNAP Position Statement on Child Health Equity
With the United States ranking in the 26th percentile among 140 nations for equal treatment when evaluating discrimination and prejudicial treatment trends, there is an urgent need for health care that transcends barriers to meet the needs of all
NAPNAP Position Statement on the Care of LGBTQ+ Youth
The National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) is committed to promoting the health and well-being of all youth, including those who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, gender diverse, transgender, questioning, queer, intersex, two-spirit, and asexual (LGBTQ +) by encouraging
NAPNAP Partners for Vulnerable Youth Position Statement on Trauma Informed Care
The National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners Partners for Vulnerable Youth (NAPNAP Partners) is dedicated to raising awareness about the significant impact of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) on the health and well-being of infants, children and adolescents. By recognizing
NAPNAP Position Statement on Primary and Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Roles
With millions of children in the United States having reduced access to health care due to physician shortages, the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) is dedicated to showcasing that pediatric nurse practitioners (PNPs) across the country are
