Washington Center for Nursing

Diversity Initiative

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Increasing the racial and ethnic diversity
of nursing students and faculty in Washington is one of the priorities identified in the Implementation Recommendations to the Master Plan for Nursing Education in Washington State. Specific action steps proposed are:
  • Disseminate WCN’s Diversity issue briefings (see sidebar) to relevant audiences
  • Develop effective and sustainable initiatives that provide financial support to minority nursing students
  • Implement mentoring programs and state-wide networks for minority faculty
  • Develop strategic alliances with minority nursing organizations

Our recent focus has been on the following projects:
Our work is guided by the research behind the Social Determinants of Health. Check out the infographic to learn more.

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Resources

Briefing Paper: Promoting a More Diverse Profession
Diversity in Nursing Education: Talking Points
WCN 2010 Nursing Faculty Diversity Survey
AACN Factsheet: Enhancing Diversity in the Nursing Workforce
Diversity Infographic




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