Population and Global Health

​ Committee

(Formerly named the Community Health & Disaster Preparedness Committee.
​Currently combined with former committee, Global Initiatives in Nursing)

Service and Impact Beyond the Bedside

Caroline Holt
Director
UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing
Pittsburgh, PA
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Seasonal Memos​

What is the Role of the Population and Global Health Committee?

The committee's role is to disseminate information to the membership about worldwide improvement of health, reduction of disparities, protection against global health threats, and disaster preparedness.

Winter Memo from Caroline Holt, Chair
Population and Global Health Committee

Hello NSNA members!
 
It was a pleasure seeing all of you who attended the Midyear Career Planning Conference!  California is beautiful, and the Conference was jam packed with many incredible speakers and activities.  The committee was thrilled with the outcome of the blood drive and bone marrow drive.  For the blood drive, we had 36 people that signed up and 29 units of blood collected.  This helped make an impact on the life of at least 87 people!  Thanks to those who participated for exemplifying the committee theme for the year.
 
Personally, I want to thank those who came to the Population and Global Health breakout session. The participants generated wonderful ideas, inspired the committee and really got me thinking. The committee is working hard to continue to bring you news, social media events, and easily accessible information. Please feel free to email me with suggestions and for participation in #MemberMonday. You can stay connected through social media (Facebook: NSNA Population and Global Health Committee) and the NSNA website.

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Nursing Collaborative on Climate Change and Health

NSNA has joined the Nursing Collaborative on Climate Change and Health.  Goals include: Elevate climate change as a visible health priority: the Collaborative will make the connection between climate and human health and prioritize the need to advance acclimate protective strategies to protect health a core part of our mission.
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Create a climate literate nursing community: the Collaborative will act as a resource in promoting the education and ability of nurses to deliver effective evidence-based climate and health communication by providing guides and guidance and incorporating climate in all our gatherings and resources.
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Read more . . .

Why should nursing students be involved

in the Population and Global Health Committee?
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Chelsea Nye, 2011-12 NSNA Board Member and Chair of the Global Initiatives in Nursing Committee explain:

  • how involvement in this committee can enrich your nursing experience,
 
  • the various opportunities available through the committee and
 
  • how you can receive academic credit for your participation in the committee.​​
Submit Your International Experiences

​​Have you traveled overseas, experienced the need for cultural competence, or encountered global health issues?  The Global Initiatives In Nursing Committee is looking for students with personal experiences to feature on our web page!  Please email nsna@nsna.org attn: Sarah with your topic for approval.

Check out the International Council of Nurses

​The International Council of Nurses (ICN) is a federation of 135 national nursing associations representing millions of nurses worldwide.  Operated  by nurses and leading  nursing internationally, ICN works to ensure quality nursing care for all and sound health policies globally.  Connect with nurses  around the globe, expand your horizons and start or continue a discussion on issues of interest to nursing students.

Join the International Council of Nurses (ICN) Student Network
Connect with nursing students from around the globe on the ICN Student Network! Expand your horizons and start or continue a discussion on issues of interest to nursing students. 

​Imprint Articles:
  • ​​​​​Providing Care and Health Education in Eleuthera
  • Global Initiatives in Nursing
  • Mission: A Summer in India

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