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Advocate All Month Long via VNA's June Nurses Month of ActionJune 2026 VNA invites nurses, students and healthcare advocates across the Commonwealth to participate in our June Nurses Month of Action, a month-long initiative 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 members and nonmembers, along with educational resources and opportunities to take meaningful advocacy actions. Latest VNA & VNF ArticlesCall for Rapid Fire Presenters - Share Your Idea by August 14!Submissions should highlight how nurses use their expertise, leadership, and advocacy to advance the profession and create meaningful change. Abstracts should demonstrate impact on patients, communities, and the nursing workforce, and reflect nursing’s vital role as a catalyst for innovation and progress. Learn moreNominate a Nurse for VNF’s 2026 40 Under 40 Awards by June 1!Don't miss this opportunity to nominate a nurse from your organization or facility for VNF's 40 Under 40 awards - nominations are due by June 1, 2026! VNF will honor the 2026 40 Under 40 Award recipients at our annual gala in Short Pump, Virginia on the evening of November 21 at the Hilton Hotel & Spa. learn more or nominate a nurse!Register Now for VNA's Annual Nursing Legislative Summit!Nurses across Virginia, this is your moment! Join us virtually for a powerful day of advocacy, insight, and action at VNA's 2026 Legislative Summit. Explore the most pressing issues impacting nursing and healthcare today all while looking ahead to what’s on the legislative horizon for 2027! Learn More or register here!
VNA & VNF's 2026 Virtual Spring Conference, Embracing the Power of Nurses™, is On-Demand thru July 31, 2026!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 Receives ANCC Accreditation with DistinctionVNA has achieved Accreditation with Distinction from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as an approver of nursing continuing professional development. This recognition reflects VNA’s commitment to excellence in nursing professional development by supporting education that is evidence-based, outcomes-driven, and designed to close meaningful professional practice gaps. Read the Full ArticleVNA Members Receive Free On-Demand Access to VNA's Webinar, Advocacy Beyond the BedsideThis webinar spotlights real-world examples of how nurses advocate for their patients, peers, and within their organization. Presented in a panel discussion format, it highlights practical, situational advocacy and timely issues, empowering nurses of all generations and specialties to use their voices to drive meaningful change. view on-demand!
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 ReleaseJoin 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 MoreExplore VNA's 2026 Lobby Day Digital Photo Album!More than 100 nurses from across the state joined VNA on Tuesday, January 20 at the State Capitol to advocate for nursing and a healthier Virginia. Explore event photos on VNA's Facebook page. view album here!News 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 Foundation sent to all 171,000+ registered and advanced practice nurses and LPNs in Virginia. It is also shared with nursing students and nursing stakeholders. For advertising information, please contact our publisher, Nursing Network. Weekly General Assembly Updates (members only!) & Action AlertsReal-time, free 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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Nominate a Nurse for VNF's Nancy Vance Award
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Nominate a Nurse for VNF's 40 Under 40 Awards