Washington, DC — The National League for Nursing welcomed Jennifer Forbush DNP, APRN-CNP and Kelly Sullivan DNP, APRN-CNP from The Ohio State University College of Nursing in early August for an orientation to the Social Determinants of Health & Social Change Leadership Academy. The year-long program is a key element of a groundbreaking collaboration between the League and Walden University College of Nursing, the Institute for Social Determinants of Health and Social Change, which brings about positive social change through focused professional development.
Jennifer and Kelly were chosen through a competitive application process for their dedicated work in the social determinants of health and social change, which address the impact of structural racism, socioeconomic status, environment, education, adequate housing, and food insecurity on health and wellbeing.
“The National League for Nursing appreciates the opportunity to join with the Walden University College of Nursing in this impactful annual initiative,” said NLN President and CEO Beverly Malone, PhD, RN, FAAN. “The year of planned activities will focus on scholarly writing, research, curriculum development, and building leadership competencies, all designed to facilitate their leading role in preparing future caregivers to provide outstanding culturally quality care while focusing on systems and structures that advance the health of our nation and the global community.”
“The caliber of this inaugural Leadership Academy cohort is a demonstration of how important the collaboration is between the National League for Nursing and Walden University’s College of Nursing for addressing the social determinants of health and social change,” said Dr. Andrea Lindell, RN, ANEF, vice provost at Walden University. “I am excited and proud that the selection of this distinguished group is another vital step toward making a profound change in health education and outcomes for vulnerable populations.”
For more information, visit NLNWaldenSDOH.org.