June Nurses Month of Action

6/1/2026 to 6/30/2026

When: Monday, June 1, 2026
Contact:
 Elle Buck (Sign in to view e-mail address)

Event Details
June Nurses Month of Action The Virginia Nurses Association (VNA) invites nurses and healthcare advocates across the Commonwealth to participate in our June Nurses Month of Action, a month-long initiative designed to empower nurses to engage in advocacy and connect with policymakers. Throughout June, VNA will host in-person legislator meetings across the state, open to both members and nonmembers, along with educational resources and opportunities to take meaningful advocacy actions.

Each week will focus on a different aspect of civic engagement, from voter registration and learning how legislation works, to sharing your personal nursing story, connecting with your state legislators, and advocating for policies that advance the nursing profession. The month will culminate with national-level advocacy opportunities leading up to the American Nurses Association’s Hill Day on June 25. Whether you are new to advocacy or experienced in policy work, VNA’s Nurses Month of Action provides practical ways to make your voice heard and help shape the future of healthcare.
    Week 1 | Voter & Civic Engagement Fundamentals
    Kick off the month with advocacy basics. Learn how to register to vote or update your voting address, discover who represents you in government, and hear guidance on how a bill becomes law and how to have effective conversations with legislators. Nurses are encouraged to invite colleagues to register to vote and become Voter Registration Ambassadors.

    Week 2 | Your Personal Story & Areas of Interest
    Advocacy starts with your voice. Participants will identify the issues that matter most to them and learn how to share their personal nursing stories with policymakers. Nurses will be encouraged to reach out to their legislators through messages, letters, or phone calls and participate in a VNA member advocacy webinar available throughout the month.

    Week 3 | State-Level Policy & Advocacy
    This week will focus on policies affecting nursing and healthcare in Virginia. Nurses will thank legislators for legislation passed during the most recent General Assembly session, share VNA’s legislative priorities, and sign up for future advocacy opportunities including the 2027 Lobby Day and December 2026 legislative visits.

    Week 4 | National-Level Policy & Advocacy
    The month concludes with a national advocacy focus leading up to the American Nurses Association’s 2026 Hill Day on June 25. Nurses will have the opportunity to thank federal legislators supporting the profession and send messages advocating for key federal legislation impacting nursing and healthcare.
visit the nurses month of action webpage   Ready to join the movement for a healthier Virginia & a well-equipped nursing workforce? Join the Interest List!