NPWH's third-quarter advocacy newsletter:
- Advocacy Commitment: The newsletter opens with a heartfelt thank you to NPWH members for their commitment to women's and gender-related health, highlighting the impact of their work on quality care across the nation.
- Advocacy Committee Efforts: Special recognition is given to the NPWH Advocacy Committee for developing resources to support WHNP employment and for drafting a one-page Scope of Practice document that complements the NPWH guidelines for practice and education.
- Federal Legislation Focus: NPWH emphasizes its strategic focus on federal legislation due to limited resources. The newsletter highlights the organization's support for the Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow's Workforce Act (H.R. 8915), which enables the use of 529 savings accounts for workforce training and credentialing expenses, thus offering economic flexibility to healthcare professionals.
- Call to Action: Members are encouraged to take quick actions that can make a significant difference, such as contacting their congressional representatives to advocate for budget allocations supporting women’s healthcare.
- Reproductive Health Advocacy: The newsletter discusses recent legal challenges affecting access to reproductive healthcare and urges members to collectively advocate for policies that protect and advance women's health rights.
- Collaborative Advocacy Efforts: NPWH has partnered with several nursing and medical organizations to address legislative changes affecting maternal health and reproductive rights, emphasizing the power of collective advocacy.
- Recognitions: The NPWH received the 2024 Power of Associations Gold Award for its Menopause Summit, showcasing the organization's commitment to advancing professional standards in women’s health.
- Engagement and Education: Members are encouraged to vote in upcoming elections, stay informed about healthcare policy changes, and engage their colleagues to raise awareness about the implications of legislative actions on healthcare access.
For more details and specific initiatives highlighted in the newsletter, you can read the full newsletter: https://conta.cc/3W8PyZ2
