Develop Your Voice as a Global Nurse Advocate
Program at a Glance
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Flexible Learning
Six-week virtual program combining live and asynchronous (recorded video) learning
Designed for Working Nurses
Choose from morning or evening live sessions (Time zone: United States Eastern Time)
Learn From Experienced Advocates
Developed and taught by Sigma Nursing’s former United Nations liaisons
Earn Professional Recognition
Receive a digital badge and nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) contact hours upon successful completion
Learning Outcomes
After completing the academy, you will be able to:
- Advocate more effectively for patients, communities, and the nursing profession
- Apply practical advocacy strategies at the local, national, and global levels
- Explain nursing's influence on health and health outcomes
- Create and present a personal Global Advocacy Action Plan
Program Schedule
The academy is offered twice each year, with cohorts beginning in April/May and September/October. Participants choose one live session to attend each week a live call is offered.
Week 1: Global Nursing Overview
Week 2: How to Be an Advocate
Week 3: Socio-Cultural and Political Awareness of the United Nations
Week 4: Issues Affecting Global Health
Week 5: Global Healthcare Workforce and Being at the Table
Week 6: Action Plan Presentations
Ready for the Next Cohort?
Add your name to the interest list to be notified when registration opens for the next session.