What’s New at APHON
From updated educational resources to major event announcements, here’s where you’ll find the latest news. Stay informed about what’s happening across the APHON community—click the updates below to learn more.
APHON Member Email Communications
Access email communications from APHON HQ at your convenience. It includes APHON’s member newsletter, important announcements and more.
APHON Members in the News
APHON members are the world’s leading pediatric hematology/oncology nurse clinicians, nurse educators, and nurse scientists with an interest in optimizing outcomes for children, adolescents, and young adults with cancer and blood disorders and their families. We encourage members to email membership@aphon.org to submit accomplishments and news about themselves or a colleague.
Find updates from APHON committee chairs and members, including initiatives, project highlights, and key accomplishments that showcase the important work happening behind the scenes.
APHON at PQLC Lobby Day
Jami S. Gattuso, MSN, RN, CPON®, FAPHON – APHON Past President and Member of the Advocacy and Health Policy Committee represented APHON at the Patient Quality of Life Coalition (PQLC) Lobby Day. Read the full blog below.
Election Announcements
Explore updates on APHON’s leadership, including election results, nomination opportunities, and open roles. Stay informed and take part in shaping the future of our organization.
Board of Directors
Each year, we welcome new and returning members of the APHON Board of Directors. We proudly announced the installation of our 2025–2026 officers and directors during the Annual Business Meeting held at the 49th Annual Conference and Exhibit in Providence, Rhode Island.
Welcome Amy Newman as APHON’s President 2025–2027
APHON welcomes Amy Newman, PhD RN CPNP-PC, as the next President. Amy has contributed to the organization in many capacities, including serving as Director-at-Large (2018–2024), participating on multiple committees, and contributing to APHON’s publications. Read the full 2025 press release here.
Newly Elected Director-at-Large
APHON welcomes Natalie Alwin BSN RN BMTCN® as the next Director-at-Large. As an early careerist bedside nurse and Bone Marrow Transplant Certified Nurse at Stanford Children’s Health, she brings a vital perspective to the APHON Board. Read the full 2025 election results press release here.
FAPHON Recognition
Celebrate the outstanding achievements of our newly inducted Fellows of APHON (FAPHON). Once selected, honorees will be highlighted here, showcasing their dedication and contributions to pediatric hematology/oncology nursing.
Meet our 2025 International Nurse Scholarship Awardees
Obadia Antony Ngoka is a nurse leader who currently serves as a Block Manager and Oncology Nurse Specialist in the Pediatric Oncology Unit at Muhimbili National Hospital (MNH) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. In addition to a Bachelor’s degree in nursing, Mr. Ngoka earned a Master’s degree in oncology nursing. Committed to promoting research and evidence-based practice in pediatric oncology in sub-Saharan countries and expanding the knowledge of nursing staff, he applied for the APHON scholarship package to exchange ideas and further enhance the knowledge base of the MNH nursing team. With a deep interest in advancing the quality of pediatric oncology care through nursing education, Mr. Ngoka is committed to sharing the information from his APHON scholarship. As a trusted nursing education leader, he will share his knowledge with the assistance of his skills and experience in mentorship, course lectures, and hands-on teaching.
Jaqueline Runyora is a dedicated pediatric nurse from Kenya with over 18 years of experience at Gertrude Children’s Hospital, including 3 years as a nurse lead. She successfully led clinical improvement projects that enhanced pediatric care and hospital processes. She conducted training simulations and earned multiple awards, among these – Best Nurse in the trauma and emergency unit. Jacqueline played a key role in achieving Joint Commission International Accreditation (JCIA) in 2019.
Jaqueline completed a Master’s Degree in Nursing with a specialty in pediatric nursing in 2004.
She actively served on several hospital committees, including the Quality Assurance Committee, the Antimicrobial Stewardship Program, the Oncology Committee, and the Patient Centered Care Committee.
Jacqueline is passionate about ensuring that patients receive exceptional care and have a positive, supportive experience during their most critical moments of their lives.