As 2024 comes to a close, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the year’s accomplishments and look forward to the opportunities ahead. The final issue of the NNA and COINN Joint Newsletter is now live, offering a comprehensive recap of the progress, stories, and initiatives that have defined this year for our neonatal nursing community.
📰 Read the full newsletter here: Final Issue of the 2024 Newsletter
Highlights of the Final Issue
This newsletter encapsulates the spirit of resilience, innovation, and global collaboration that makes neonatal nursing so impactful:
• Celebrating Achievements: A review of the year’s key milestones for COINN and NNA, including a reminder of the many benefits of membership.
• Introducing GNNRD: Learn about the new Global Nursing Network for Rare Diseases (GNNRD), spearheaded by Judy, which seeks to unite nurses worldwide in addressing rare neonatal conditions.
• A Personal Story: Member Victoria Craig shares her inspiring journey from student nurse to neonatal researcher, including the moving story of having a baby born prematurely—a testament to the dedication and compassion within our community.
Looking Ahead to 2025
The upcoming year promises even greater opportunities to advance neonatal nursing globally. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s on the horizon:
• August 2025: African Neonatal Nursing Regional Conference
Plans are already underway for the next African Neonatal Nursing Regional Conference, to be held in Lusaka, Zambia. This event will provide a platform for knowledge-sharing, collaboration, and connection across the continent.
• COINN’s 20th Anniversary
2025 marks two decades of COINN’s work in advancing neonatal care. Stay tuned for announcements about how we’ll celebrate this incredible milestone together!
• 2026: COINN International Conference in Darwin, Australia
While a year away, preparations for the next COINN International Conference are already taking shape. This event promises to bring the global neonatal nursing community together in a meaningful way.
📅 For updates on all these events, visit: www.coinnurses.org
Honoring Our Community
As the festive season approaches, let’s take a moment to honor the remarkable work of neonatal nurses around the world. From those working tirelessly to care for premature infants to those providing care in conflict zones, your dedication continues to inspire and uplift us all.
We also acknowledge the resilience of the smallest patients, whose strength reminds us why we do what we do. Together, we’re shaping a brighter future for neonatal care.
👉 Don’t miss out—explore the full newsletter here: Final Issue of the 2024 Newsletter
Thank you for being part of this incredible global community. We’re excited to enter 2025 together, continuing to make a difference in neonatal care across the world.
Happy holidays and best wishes for the new year!
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