About Us

SIG History

Founded in 2009, the NAPNAP Asthma and Allergy SIG is a vehicle to link both evidenced-based and peer-based learning opportunities with PNP's & APN's who deliver asthma and allergy care to children. 

2026-2027 SIG Officers

  • Chair: Karen A. Acevedo, MS, APRN, CPNP
  • Co-Chair: Linda E. Mendoza, DNP, RN, CPNP-PC, AE-C
  • Member at Large: Chelsea Woosley, DNP, APRN, CPNP-AC/PC

Contact Email: asthma_allergy@napnap.org 

Upcoming Meetings 

  • Sep 15, 2026 at 4:30 PM PST | 5:30 PM MST | 7:30 PM EST
  • Nov 17, 2026 at 4:30 PM PST | 5:30 PM MST | 7:30 PM EST
  • Jan 19, 2027 at 4:30 PM PST | 5:30 PM MST | 7:30 PM EST
  • March 2027 - 48th National Conference on Pediatric Health Care, Sacramento, California

SIG Membership

Membership is open to all National NAPNAP Members. The dues for the Asthma and Allergy SIG is $30 per year. 

As a SIG member you will serve as a resource to the NAPNAP Executive Board and general membership.

How to Join

To join, visit www.napnap.org and select the Asthma and Allergy SIG when joining or renewing your NAPNAP membership.

You can also visit https://www.napnap.org/asthma-and-allergy-sig/ and click the "Join SIG" button. 

SIG Membership Benefits

  • Access to your peers who work in a similar field 
  • Participate on the development of Position Statements or educational materials
  • Offer advice on pending legislation affecting children's health or PNPs
  • Serve on task forces as needed
  • Serve as a liaison to other organizations