Barbara Tulipane, CAE, president and CEO of the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) issued the following statement in response to the separation of children and parents at the border:

“NRPA mourns for the children separated from their parents at the border. As an organization that believes in the strength of family and the health and well-being of all people, we are concerned about the irreparable harm this action causes. NRPA urges the administration to act now and rescind this inhumane policy of separating children from their parents.”   

About the National Recreation and Park Association
The National Recreation and Park Association is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to ensuring that all Americans have access to parks and recreation for health, conservation and social equity. Through its network of 60,000 recreation and park professionals and advocates, NRPA encourages the promotion of healthy and active lifestyles, conservation initiatives and equitable access to parks and public space. For more information, visit www.nrpa.org. For digital access to NRPA’s flagship publication, Parks & Recreation, visit www.parksandrecreation.org.