Students uniting to uplift children and champion care through education, advocacy, and community service.
Learn about our mission and what drives us to make a difference.
PAA was created from a simple belief: every child deserves to be seen, heard, and supported. We are fueled by compassion, grounded in justice, and built on the truth that community care is our collective strength.
In PAA, we don't just advocate for pediatric health and equity; we build a community that chooses action, uplifts young lives, and stands alongside families who deserve better.
We are here to lead with heart, serve with purpose, and be a voice where it's needed most.
The Pediatric Advocacy Alliance (PAA) is a student-led organization at Dominican University dedicated to advancing the health, rights, and well-being of children—especially those in underserved communities. Our mission is to promote pediatric equity through advocacy, education, and service. We empower students to take action on the issues affecting children and families by creating meaningful volunteer opportunities, raising awareness of systemic disparities, and collaborating with partners across healthcare, education, and social services. PAA exists to uplift young lives and inspire future leaders to care, serve, and advocate with purpose.
Advocating from the heart, 2024.
The core values that guide everything we do.
Milestones in our mission to advocate for children.
The passionate individuals behind our mission.
Mix and match our values and qualities to build your ideal advocate!
You don't need to be perfect.
You don't need to have it all figured out.
You just have to care.
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