We serve Wisconsin children, families and their clinicians through health advocacy.
Federal Advocacy Training on Global Early Childhood Development
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) invites you to apply for the Federal Advocacy Training on Global Early Childhood... READ MORE
Wisconsin Health Leaders Affirm Childhood Immunization as Standard of Care
Wisconsin’s leading health care organizations and associations have issued a joint statement reaffirming that routine childhood immunization, as outlined... READ MORE
Save the Date! May 4th Congenital Cytomegalovirus (cCMV) Conference
Save the Date! May 4, 2026, 7:30am-4:30pm In-person at The Pyle Center, UW-Madison, and virtually Learn about current recommendations... READ MORE
Postpartum Benefits Extended to 12 Months in Wisconsin
WIAAP and many, many partners and lawmakers on both sides of the aisle... READ MORE
Highlights from Our Mental Health Conference
WIAAP hosted “Youth Canvas: Painting the Picture of Mental Wellness” on May 2, 2025, bringing together experts and advocates to explore the full arc of children and youth mental wellness, including the novel topic of youth mental health in the emergency medicine context. The day featured keynote, interactive, and panel sessions; networking opportunities; and a screening of the award-winning documentary Portraits of Professional CAREgivers: Their Passion. Their Pain.
Improving Infection Control Measures
Resources and Training for Health Care Settings
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released a wide-range of resources, trainings, and outreach materials to support health care workers in implementing and improving in-clinic disease control measures. We have gathered the most relevant resources and trainings from the CDC to help our pediatric health care members maintain safe environments for their team and their patients.
Join WIAAP, Get Involved, Take Action
Pediatricians from across Wisconsin have joined the Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics for many reasons including professional development, statewide networking, and an opportunity to serve Wisconsin’s children on a larger scale. Press play to learn more!
Government Affairs
WIAAP Advocates for Wisconsin’s Children
Position Statements
WIAAP reaches out to our members to contact legislators and other policy makers (federal, state, local) to show support and offer expertise on issues critical to children. We provide position statements and talking points to help make it as simple as possible to advocate for Wisconsin’s children.
Federal Affairs
WIAAP works with members of the National Chapter of the AAP in Washington D.C. to advance key health priorities through lobbying Congress, building coalitions and raising public awareness.
State Affairs
In alignment with our chapter’s strategic priorities, WIAAP collaborates with our state’s executive, legislative and departmental leaders on policies impacting child and family health and the practice of pediatrics.
Enable pediatricians to continue to be the most effective providers of healthcare to children
Upcoming Event
WIAAP 9th Annual Advocacy Day
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Comedy on State – 202 State Street, Madison, WI 53703
Whether you’re new to advocacy or looking to hone your skills for the upcoming legislative session, join us for this year’s Advocacy Day! We look forward to learning together, and advancing the work we all do for children in our state.
Speaker presentations and workshops will be followed by constituent meetings with legislators. A virtual training session and Q&A will be held the evening prior.
Meet Dr. Moo
Meet the Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatric’s official “Spokescow.” Dr. Moo dutifully attends every WIAAP event, interacting with pediatric care professionals, medical students, and legislators alike, to help spread education and advocacy for Wisconsin’s children. Follow Dr. Moo on twitter (@DrMoo4Kids) to stay up-to-date on important WIAAP updates!