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Nursing Now Challenge

The Nursing Now Challenge helps develop the next generation of young nurses and midwives as leaders, practitioners, and advocates in health, and to demonstrate that nursing and midwifery are exciting and rewarding careers.

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United Nations

Sigma has special consultative status with the United Nations. Our voice is well-represented at UN events by Sigma members, who are either liaisons or youth representatives. We also support the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.

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Unlock the power you hold as a nurse advocate

 

GlobeIconThe Sigma Virtual Mini Academy: Global Advocacy provides an opportunity for nurse advocates to advance their role in global healthcare. This six-week mini academy, written and taught by Sigma’s former liaisons to the United Nations (UN), offers you the opportunity to refine your advocacy efforts, learn more about Sigma's consultative status with the UN, and understand your role in furthering the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). 

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  • Global - Europe

Nurses, climate change, and the fight for global health

By Charlotte McArdle, and , and |
Climate change is a health crisis, yet its impact on patient safety is often overlooked. After witnessing its effects at the UN Climate Change Conference, I explore why urgent action is needed and how the most trusted profession can lead the way.
  • North America
  • Global Impact

Four lessons to lead change: Highlights from the Pan American Nursing Research Colloquium

By Regina Yuen, and , and |
As a Sigma United Nations Youth Representative, I traveled to Chile for this annual event and uncovered four insights that will challenge how you view nursing’s role in transforming healthcare.
  • Global Impact
  • Global - Europe
  • North America

Mentorship across continents

By Beth Desaretz Chiatti, and Ruth Oshikanlu, and |
Our global mentoring relationship has not only enhanced our skills and achievements but also reinforced the vital role of leadership and support in our profession.