HKSP Mission
To set the direction for ASN’s efforts to provide humanitarian support for kidney communities in North America and Caribbean affected by disasters, biologic threats, and the impact of climate change through collaboration, education, and advocacy.
Humanitarian Kidney Support Program (HKSP) Overview
The American Society of Nephrology’s Humanitarian Kidney Support Program is a coalition of partners dedicated to support people with kidney diseases and kidney health professionals in:
- Natural and man-made disaster preparedness and response
- Identification of current and emerging threats.
- Develop and support a sustainable system with a strategic focus on climate impact
Emergency Preparedness for Dialysis Providers and People Living with Kidney Diseases 2026
Emergency preparedness is essential for dialysis facilities so that patients can continue receiving life-sustaining dialysis treatments. This module, developed by the American Society of Nephrology’s Emergency Preparedness and Response Committee, has been prepared to help guide dialysis staff in preparing for both natural and human-generated disasters.
