Innovative Initiatives- Promoting Diversity in Nursing and Health
This second annual scholarship luncheon will focus on the data-driven, innovative nursing projects that have been, or are being,implemented by the Midlands of South Carolina Black Nurses Association. This includes the pilot "Mini-Nursing Academy,"through the National Black Nurses Association, Inc. as well as the COVID-19 Photovoice Project that was funded by the RobertWood Johnson Foundation, and the recently formed nursing partnerships that focus on diversity, equity and inclusion in nursing.These initiatives highlight the ongoing disparities in nursing workforce, education and practice, as well as in the healthcaredelivery system. A table with NNLM information will be hosted and staffed during this event.
Awardee
Lead Organization: Midlands of South Carolina Black Nurses Association, Inc.
Project Lead: Midlands of South Carolina Black Nurses Association, Inc.
Project Lead: Lori Vick
Demographics
Age Group: Children (0-12 yrs.), Teens (13-18 yrs.), Adults (19-64 yrs.), Seniors (65+ yrs.)
Sexual & Gender Minorities: Women
Geographic Type: Medically Underserved Areas/Populations, Urban
Issues & Interests: Behavioral/Social Determinants of Health, Socioeconomically Disadvantaged Populations
Race & Ethnicity: Blacks/African Americans
Roles of Participants Project is Intended to Serve: Educator - College & Post-grad, Educator - K-12, General Public, Government Staff - State, Health Professional, Organization Staff - Community Based, Public Health Professional, Researcher, Student - College & Post-grad, Student - K-12
Award Details
Funding Source: Region 2
Project Category: Exhibit
Period of Performance: Jul 1, 2022 - Apr 30, 2023
Project Status: Completed
Project Funding
Federal Fiscal Year 2022: $2,000