Transcultural Nursing Society position statement on human rights

Area of Science:

• Nursing
• Human Rights
• Sociology

Background:

• The Transcultural Nursing Society (TCNS) established a business plan in 2006.
• This plan underscored a commitment to social change and human rights advocacy.
• A key objective was to gain recognition from the United Nations as a Human Rights Organization.

Purpose of the Study:

• To articulate the TCNS's strategic goals for social change and human rights.
• To define the organization's approach to fulfilling human rights for diverse global populations.
• To develop a position statement guiding TCNS's international human rights endeavors.

Main Methods:

• A collaborative task force of Transcultural Nursing Scholars was convened.
• The task force was commissioned by the TCNS board of trustees.
• Development of a formal position statement outlining the organization's human rights framework.

Main Results:

• The article presents the culmination of the task force's collaborative efforts.
• It defines the specific strategies and principles TCNS employs to advocate for human rights.
• The statement clarifies TCNS's commitment to cultural inclusivity in human rights.

Conclusions:

• TCNS is actively pursuing recognition as a UN Human Rights Organization.
• The organization is dedicated to promoting and protecting human rights across all cultures.
• This initiative positions TCNS as a key player in global health equity and social justice.