Submission Deadline

January 6, 2025

How to Apply

Individuals may nominate themselves or a colleague. To be considered for this award, the nominated individual must:

  1. Be a current member of the Academic Pediatric Association.
  2. Fill out the common application.
  3. Submit two 1-2 page letters of recommendation explaining why they are deserving of the award.
  4. Submit a CV.
  5. Submit a nomination statement. Nomination statements should speak to the nominee’s contributions to the field of pediatric academic medicine and other successes related to the award category for which they are being nominated. (500 word maximum)
  6. Submit a DEI statement. (250 word maximum)

The APA Public Policy and Advocacy Award recognizes a health care professional whose public policy advocacy efforts at the state, regional, national, or international level have improved the health and well-being of infants, children, and/or adolescents.

Eligibility

APA members from all professions and specialties are eligible for this award, and members from diverse backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply.

Criteria

Excellence is assessed by:

  • The quantity of related activities
  • The quality and impact