The Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses (APHON) is profoundly concerned with the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine. APHON stands in solidarity with the people of Ukraine, as we witness innocent people being carelessly harmed. APHON is seeking ways to support healthcare providers who are struggling to care for pediatric hematology/oncology patients and families at the height of the war. As we continue to seek ways to support our fellow nurses, we add our voice to the cries for safe passage for patients and families, peace in Ukraine, and for justice to prevail. While we consider ways to support healthcare providers, we will update the website with any endorsed groups.

We are committed to our community, our partners, and ourselves to prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion. Together we stand as a group of nurses comprised of, caring for, working with, devoting time to, and respecting individuals from all walks of life, all over the world.

We have no tolerance for hatred and racism. Last summer APHON released a statement in support of people of color and we now reaffirm our opposition to xenophobia, bigotry, and the escalating violence against the Asian and Pacific Islander communities. APHON resolves to continue to be an evolving organization, striving to be free of biases, hatred, and racism of all types.

We are proud to stand in solidarity with the Asian and Pacific Islander communities and with those who call for justice and action as we fight together to spread awareness and stand against racism and hate.

As nurses, we are ethically and professionally obligated to deliver culturally congruent care and to protect our patients. Racism and hatred of all forms cannot be tolerated at any level. APHON is grateful for the work we do to support nurses, patients, and families of all races across the globe. We are proud to stand in solidarity with people of color and with those who call for justice and action as we fight together to spread awareness and end systemic inequalities.

As we begin work on APHON’s strategic plan, we will focus our attention on diversity, equity, and inclusion in our community. The only way to make change happen is to look inside ourselves and find the path forward, together.