APHON Governance
Mission
To support and advance nurses in optimizing outcomes for children, adolescents, young adults, and their families throughout the continuum of care for their blood disorders and cancers.
Vision
Pediatric hematology and oncology nurses are setting, advocating for, and achieving the highest standards of care for children, adolescents, young adults, and their families.
APHON Bylaws
APHON operates under a set of bylaws as the foundation for its governance and operations. These bylaws outline the organization’s purpose, membership criteria, leadership structure, and the roles and responsibilities of its board of directors and committees.
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APHON Strategic Plan 2024-2026
APHON’s refreshed Strategic Plan emphasizes three key pillars: empowering nurses through comprehensive education and resources, fostering a robust community for networking and professional growth, and driving impactful advocacy to influence health policy and patient care standards. This strategic vision reflects APHON’s dedication to advancing the profession and improving outcomes for children and adolescents with hematologic and oncologic conditions.
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Policies
APHON Health Policy and Advocacy Agenda
APHON’s Health Policy and Advocacy Agenda is our commitment to championing the needs of pediatric hematology/oncology patients and their families. This agenda focuses on ensuring access to quality care, advancing nursing practice, and shaping policies that recognize the unique challenges of children with blood disorders and cancer. This agenda underscores APHON’s dedication to advocacy, leadership, and the well-being of its community.
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Other Policies
Board Effectiveness Policy
Confidentiality Agreement
Conflict of Interest Policy
Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form
Gift Acceptance Policy
Privacy Policy
APHON Annual Business Meeting
The APHON Annual Business Meeting is a moment for all APHON members to gather and reflect on the state of the association. The Annual Business meeting is open to all APHON members to attend and is held at the APHON Annual Conference. A quorum is met when more than 100 Active and Emeritus members are present.
Financial Information
APHON is committed to transparency and accountability in its financial operations. Each year, APHON files Form 990 with the IRS, providing detailed information about our financial activities, governance, and mission-related accomplishments. These filings ensure compliance with federal regulations and offer insights into how we utilize our resources to advance pediatric hematology/oncology nursing care.
990 Fiscal Year 2023
990 Fiscal Year 2022
990 Fiscal Year 2021