Mission

The APA is dedicated to improving the health of all children and adolescents through leadership in education of child health professionals, research and dissemination of knowledge, patient care, and advocacy, in partnership with children, families and communities.

Vision

The APA will be a leader among child health professional organizations in optimizing the health of all children, adolescents, and young adults through:

• Education of a diverse group of child health professionals
• Research and dissemination of new knowledge
• Patient care, with measurable improvements in quality and health outcomes
• Advocacy for an equitable children's health agenda

Core Values

The Academic Pediatric Association will pursue its goals by embracing the following Core Values:

• Scholarship
• Inter-disciplinary collaboration
• Diversity
• Professional development of members
• Focus on the whole child
• Optimal health for all children