Press Release

Immediate Release                                                                          Media Contact: Faith Janecke

E: fjanecke@nbna.org P: 301-589-3200

National Black Nurses Association to Host Nurses Day on Capitol Hill

Washington, D.C. – The National Black Nurses Association (NBNA) is proud to announce National Black Nurses Day on Capitol Hill will take place on Thursday, February 6, 2025. This landmark event, which has been held annually since 1988, provides a powerful platform for nurses to engage with lawmakers and advocate for legislation that directly impacts the nursing profession and the elimination of health care disparities.

This year, 400 nurses and nursing students from across the country will converge on the nation’s capital, representing a diverse cross-section of the nursing community, including licensed practical nurses (LPNs), registered nurses (RNs), and doctorally prepared advanced practice nurses. The event will attract a broad spectrum of professionals, including nurse executives, clinicians, educators, researchers, policymakers, and entrepreneurs, all united in their commitment to advancing health equity and the nursing profession.

The theme for 2025 National Black Nurses Day is “Re-Imagining Health Equity: Addressing Ongoing Threats to America’s Well-Being.” Attendees will engage in critical discussions about legislative priorities and the role of nursing in shaping health policy. The event will also feature special appearances from lawmakers and senators, further amplifying the voices of Black nurses in the pursuit of health equity.

Key legislative priorities to be discussed at the 2025 event include:

• Tackling the Global Crisis of Black Maternal Mortality
• Advocating for Diversity in the Nursing Workforce
• Promoting Economic Wellness to Drive Global Health Equity
• Addressing Climate Change as a Health Threat
• Harnessing the Power of AI to Solve Health Inequities

As we come together to address these urgent issues, NBNA is proud to continue its mission of improving health care outcomes for communities of color, advancing the nursing profession, and ensuring that Black nurses remain at the forefront of change.

For more information or to RSVP, please contact NBNA’s Marketing Specialist at fjacnecke@nbna.org.

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About the National Black Nurses Association (NBNA):
The National Black Nurses Association (NBNA) was founded in 1971 with a mission to provide a forum for Black nurses to advocate for the improvement of health and healthcare delivery for African Americans and other people of color. NBNA is committed to increasing the number of African Americans in the nursing profession and to enhancing the educational, professional, and leadership opportunities for Black nurses.