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Call for Abstracts - Embracing the Power of Nurses™Submit Your Presentation Idea by January 23 Join us for this inspiring two-day virtual event designed to celebrate, empower, and elevate the nursing profession. The Virginia Nurses Association and Foundation’s annual Spring Conference brings together nursing leaders, frontline clinicians, and educators from across Virginia to explore how nurses are shaping the future of healthcare and redefining the public image of nursing. We invite you to submit an abstract for consideration as a rapid-fire presentation or virtual poster presentation. Abstracts should highlight innovation, leadership, education, research, or advocacy efforts that amplify the voice of nurses, elevate the profession, and demonstrate nursing’s meaningful impact on communities. Learn more or submit your proposal!Latest VNA & VNF Articles
Register Now for VNA's 2026 Lobby Day at the Virginia State CapitolAll nurses and nursing students are welcome to join us - you do not have to be a VNA member to attend. Our session will include an overview of our policy platform, our bill progress, tools for reaching legislators, and talking points to share with them about our current legislation. learn more or register here!
Register Now for VNA's Annual Membership Assembly!Please mark your calendar and register today to participate in our annual virtual Membership Assembly, Wednesday, January 28, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM. This event is open to VNA members only. We will review the past year, and examine ways in which we can work together to advance the profession in the year ahead. You will receive the meeting information upon registration. learn more or register here!
Statement from the Virginia Nurses Association on the Exclusion of Nursing from Professional Degree Classification Under Proposed Federal Loan RuleThe Virginia Nurses Association stands with the American Nurses Association and nursing organizations nationwide in opposition to the federal student loan policy recommendations being considered by the Department of Education, which will exclude graduate-level nursing programs from the definition of “professional degree” and will severely restrict the federal loan support available to nurses pursuing advanced education. Read the Full Release
VNF & VNA's 2026 Prelicensure Nursing Student Scholarship Applications are Open thru April 6!A $1,000 scholarship is awarded in each of VNA's smaller chapters, while two $1,000 scholarships are awarded in each of our three largest chapters: Northern VA, Central VA, and Hampton Roads. Learn More or apply here!
Register Now for VNA & VNF's 2026 Virtual Spring Conference: Embracing the Power of Nurses™!Join us for this inspiring two-day virtual event designed to celebrate, empower, and elevate the nursing profession. The Virginia Nurses Association and Foundation’s annual Spring Conference brings together nursing leaders, frontline clinicians, and educators from across Virginia to explore how nurses are shaping the future of healthcare and redefining the public image of nursing. Learn More or Register here!
VNA Members, Register Now for VNA's First 2026 Webinar: Advocacy Beyond the BedsideThis webinar will spotlight real-world examples of how nurses advocate for their patients, peers, and within their organization. Presented in a panel discussion format, it will highlight practical, situational advocacy and timely issues, empowering nurses of all generations and specialties to use their voices to drive meaningful change. Learn More or Register here!
On-Demand Registration is Available for VNA's Legislative Summit thru March 31, 2026Walk away with practical tools and tips to amplify your voice and understand how state policy decisions affect your practice, your patients, and the future of nursing. We’ll also analyze the upcoming November elections and how nurses can shape the way forward as the largest healthcare profession in Virginia -- and the world! Learn More or Register here!
Access Free Maternal Health Resources via VNF & VNA's Maternal Health Webinar SeriesAccess free resources, for providers and patients, on maternal health through VNF and VNA's Maternal Health Webinar Series. This 4-part webinar series is designed to elevate healthcare awareness and promote optimal maternal health across communities featuring vital topics to improve healthcare and health equity, while addressing the complexities of maternal health. Learn More or view here!
Join VNA & VNF's 2026 Events as a Sponsor or Exhibitor!Whether it's by celebrating with us and 550 nurses at our annual Gala or showing up for important conversations during our conferences and summits, there are a variety of sponsorship options to fit your organization's needs! Learn MoreNews ExchangeInterested in submitting an article for one of our publications? Use the button below our Sign-Up List!
VNA MEMBERS ONLY! PublicationsVNA News Brief (members only!)Our weekly e-news with the latest updates and events, exclusive CE opportunities and trends in nursing. If you're a member who would like archive access, please contact ebuck@virginianurses.com. Virginia Nurses Today (VNT)VNT is the quarterly publication of the Virginia Nurses Association sent to all 140,000+ registered nurses throughout Virginia. It is also shared with nursing students and nursing stakeholders. For advertising information, please contact our publisher, Nursing Network. Read the ArchivesWeekly General Assembly Updates (members only!) & Action AlertsReal-time alerts on legislation and weekly updates from VNA's lobbyist on the Virginia General Assembly session. Become a Member and Stay Informed.Membership in VNA makes a powerful statement about you. It shows employers, colleagues, and your patients your commitment to nursing and your desire to stay informed, educated, and involved. Join Now |
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2026 VNA Lobby Day