Upcoming Events

  

NAHN Immigration Toolkit: Helping the Immigrant Community to Know Their Rights
May 29, 2025 | 8PM Eastern

This session will introduce the NAHN’s Immigration Toolkit. We will discuss its necessity and implications, guiding nurses as healthcare professionals to effectively navigate recent policy changes regarding interactions with ICE agents in hospitals, clinics, and community settings. Participants will learn how to ensure compliance with HIPAA and understand the legal protections available. Additionally, we will cover strategies for supporting and advocating for patients who face threats from immigration enforcement.

SPEAKERS
Ashley Merida, NAHN Phoenix Chapter, NAHN Policy & Advocacy Committee Member
Dra. Rubi Alva de Hickson, NAHN Board of Directors & NAHN Policy & Advocacy Chair

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Anti-DEI Legislation: Be Informed, Embrace the Power of Advocacy
June 26, 2025 | 8PM Eastern

A one-hour webinar will be held to examine an anti-DEI law, including the general prohibitions it entails and their implications. This session aims to clarify its relevance to NAHN chapters and their leadership, as well as to enhance understanding of their First Amendment rights and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
After completing this activity, the participant should be able to:

  1. Participants will be able to identify at least three key pieces of current or proposed anti-DEI legislation that impact healthcare settings.
  2. Participants will be able to articulate the potential negative effects of anti-DEI legislation on patient care, health equity, and professional practice.
  3. Participants will be able to describe at least two concrete actions to advocate for DEI principles within their workplaces and communities, including contacting legislators, engaging in professional discussions, and supporting relevant initiatives.
  4. Evaluate how anti-DEI policies impact patient care, access to services, and health outcomes—especially for marginalized communities—and discuss the broader implications for the healthcare workforce.

SPEAKERS
Dra. Lois Lopez, DNP, MSN, RN
Dra. Rubi Alva de Hickson, DNP, RN, ACNP-BC, CCRN, PHN

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NAHN 50th Annual Conference

July 16-18 | Dallas, TX

The National Association of Hispanic Nurses is thrilled to announce Dallas, TX as the host city for our NAHN 50th Annual Conference! NAHN nurses, students, researchers, and healthcare professionals will gather at the Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas to learn, connect, and celebrate 50 years of NAHN.