The New Jersey Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics is the state’s leading voice committed to ensuring that all newborns, infants, children, and adolescents have equitable access to comprehensive, high-quality healthcare delivered through a pediatric medical home. As a trusted advocate and resource, the Chapter advances policies and initiatives that promote the optimal health, safety, and well-being of every child in New Jersey. In support of this mission, the Chapter also provides a wide range of programs and continuing education opportunities designed to equip pediatric professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to deliver exceptional care.
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New Jersey Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics Awarded and Engaged in Four Rural Health Transformation Grants to Strengthen Child and Family Health Across Rural New Jersey
Funding will expand access to oral health services, adolescent mental healthcare, trauma-informed care, and provider education in rural communities statewide. Click here to read the full press release.
The Healthcare Foundation of New Jersey Awards Grant to NJAAP to Strengthen Vaccine Confidence Across Newark Community
The New Jersey Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics (NJAAP) is pleased to announce that it has been awarded funding from The Healthcare Foundation of New Jersey (HFNJ) to launch Champions for Community Immunity: A Family Success Center Vaccine Confidence Pilot. HFNJ shares our deep commitment to quality healthcare, ensuring all newborns, infants, children and adolescents have access to equitable care. NJAAP is proud to collaborate with our valued partners on this initiative, including the New Jersey Immunization Network Co-Chairs, New Jersey Department of Children and Families, FOCUS Family Success Center (FSC), and Family Health Initiatives. This innovative pilot program will train FSC staff and a parent advocate to deliver culturally responsive, evidence-based immunization education that strengthens families’ confidence in vaccinating their children. We are grateful to The Healthcare Foundation of New Jersey for its support and shared commitment to improving child health and strengthening community trust in immunizations!