Building Leaders for an Equitable and Inclusive Future
Cynthia Thornton Bacon1, Laura Caramanica, Angela Prestia
1Author Affiliations: Associate Professor (Dr Bacon), University of North Carolina at Greensboro School of Nursing; Associate Professor (Dr Caramanica), University of West Georgia, Carrollton; Director of Patient Care/Professor (Dr Prestia), Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton; and Assistant Professor (Dr Snow), UTHealth Science Center Cizik School of Nursing, Houston, Texas.
The Association for Leadership Science in Nursing (ALSN) conference united nursing leaders to advance leadership science and education. Discussions focused on building equitable and inclusive futures in nursing leadership practice.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Leadership
- Healthcare Management
- Organizational Science
Background:
- The Association for Leadership Science in Nursing (ALSN) is a key organization for academic and practice leaders in nursing.
- Nursing leadership is crucial for shaping healthcare systems and improving patient outcomes.
- The 2023 ALSN International Conference aimed to foster collaboration and knowledge exchange.
Purpose of the Study:
- To convene nursing leaders to discuss advancements in leadership science.
- To explore the theme of 'Building Leaders for an Equitable and Inclusive Future' in nursing.
- To foster collaboration among international nursing leaders from academia and practice.
Main Methods:
- The 2023 ALSN International Conference served as the primary venue for discussion.
- Nurse leaders from the United States, Canada, and Brazil participated.
- The conference focused on leadership science, education, and practice.
Main Results:
- The conference successfully brought together diverse nursing leaders.
- Discussions centered on the critical need for equitable and inclusive leadership in nursing.
- Key themes included advancing leadership science and its application in practice.
Conclusions:
- Continued collaboration is essential for advancing nursing leadership science.
- Developing equitable and inclusive leaders is paramount for the future of nursing.
- The ALSN conference provides a vital platform for international dialogue and leadership development.
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