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ACLP shares the general public's concern about the COVID-19 pandemic. As the organization reacts to this public health crisis, we are guided by our vision: ACLP advances psychosocial care and the emotional safety of children, youth, and families impacted by healthcare and significant life experiences.

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Participate in the 2021 Child Life Virtual Conference from any location and at times that work best for your schedule.
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Read VOL. 2, NO. 1
Don't miss the newest issue of The Journal of Child Life!
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View the Recording
Hear about the state of the association, updates, and answers to members' questions.
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Leading Emotional Safety
Preview and explore the emotional safety framework and resources.
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Spring 2021
Read about debiasing for equitable care, medical play for children with trachs, and much more.
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Read ACLP's Statement
As Covid vaccine trials in children continue, emotionally safe care must be a priority.
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MBA Recipient
Read Diane's impressive and inspiring professional bio.
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New AAP Policy Statement
Read AAP's statement in support of child life.
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DSA Recipient
Read Carla's impressive and inspiring professional bio.
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View 2020 Highlights
Read about ACLP's response to the global pandemic, economic turmoil, and a social justice reckoning.
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Connect With Your Peers
Join conversations in informal groups of like-minded professionals.
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Member Turning Points
View member achievements, including awards won, presentations given, articles/books published.
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Member Spotlight

 

Jon Luongo, MA, CCLS

 

Jon works as a child life specialist at Maimonides Infant & Children’s Hospital of Brooklyn, where he provides procedural support in the radiology and ambulatory surgery units. He’s also active in his healthcare workers union and passionate about educating colleagues about the benefits of union membership. 



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Child Life Calendar

Apr
13

Member Virtual Meet-Up: Community-Based Child Life Specialists

Apr
15

Webinar - Diversity and Inclusion: The Student Population (An EBP Overview of Practice)

Apr
19

Member Virtual Meet-Up: Outpatient/Ambulatory Child Life Specialists

Apr
21

Layered Book Club Meeting: The Undocumented Americans

Apr
30

Webinar - Emotional Safety: Screening & Assessment Pillar

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