103: Women Making History
50 min
Celebrating Women's Achievements in Healthcare During Women's History Month
March was a pivotal time as we celebrated Women's History Month, a tribute to the monumental achievements of women. This period is dedicated to acknowledging the powerful impact women have made in various fields, particularly emphasizing those who have left an indelible mark on healthcare and nursing. The nursing profession, known for its significant female representation, serves as a testament to women's enduring legacy in shaping our health systems and societal wellbeing.
Highlighting Trailblazers in Nursing and Healthcare
Women's History Month 2024 takes a special turn, spotlighting women who tirelessly champion equity, diversity, and inclusion within healthcare. The SEE YOU NOW podcast is a beacon, shedding light on the stories of these remarkable women. Through our journey, we've encountered numerous women whose contributions are not merely historical footnotes but active elements of change, promoting a more inclusive and equitable future.
The Power of Nursing: Advocacy and Impact
In this special episode, the SEE YOU NOW team revisits past discussions to showcase women who have fundamentally altered our historical landscape. These women, many of whom wield their "nursing superpowers," are at the forefront of advocating for social equity and representation. Their dedication to identifying and addressing disparities in healthcare exemplifies how the profession is more than a job—it's a mission to forge a path towards a better future for everyone. Through their efforts, they write a new chapter of history, enriched with valuable lessons, blueprints for progress, and meaningful contributions.
Featured History Makers and Episodes
Dive deep with us as we spotlight some of the most influential women in healthcare from our past episodes. In the SEE YOU NOW podcast, we've had the privilege of sharing the journeys of pioneers who have not only made history but continue to influence the future of healthcare, nursing, and social justice. Each episode is a testament to the power of advocacy, the pursuit of equity, diversity, and inclusion, and the impactful use of nursing superpowers to drive meaningful change. Join us as we explore the stories of these remarkable women, whose contributions have paved the way for a more inclusive and equitable world.
- 6: Empowering Childbirth, Ruth Watson Lubic
- 31: Black Midwives and Mamas Matter, Joia Crear-Perry, Monica McLemore, Jennie Joseph
- 38: Mentoring for a More Equitable Future, Wallena Gould
- 47: A Vote for Moms’ Health, Lauren Underwood
- 63: Affirming Care Ally, Dallas Ducar
- 67: Nurses You Should Know, Joanna Seltzer Uribe and Ravenne Aponte
- 88: Planetary Health Healers, Kasey Bellegarde
- 97: Social Determinants of Employment, Audria Denker, Emily Fairchild, Juatise Gathings
About See You Now Podcast
SEE YOU NOW is a podcast that shines a light on the real people changing the status quo in health: from nurses working in labor and delivery, with infectious diseases, and in hospice; to nurse allies in politics, business and tech. Created in collaboration with Johnson & Johnson and the American Nurses Association.
For more nursing innovation resources from ANA, visit https://www.nursingworld.org/practice-policy/innovation/resources.
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