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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
  • 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.
  • North America
  • Global Impact

The intersection of the UN civil society and the nursing community

By Jasper Erwin Tolarba, and Regina Yuen, and |
We attended the Civil Society Conference to engage on global issues and collaborate with UN agencies, NGOs, and community members, focusing on five key areas. This is what we learned.
  • Global Impact
  • Global - Latin America

Tackling the mental health nursing challenge

By Sheryl Garriques-Lloyd, and , and |
As a contributor to the International Council of Nurses’ new Guidelines on Mental Health Nursing, here are some highlights from the recent webinar and report on efforts to address the overwhelming demand for mental health nurses and resources.