Advocacy Days now virtual Jan 19-20, 2022
Posted over 3 years ago by Michelle Taylor
FNPN is pleased to be a contributing member of FNA's Advocacy Days.
Due to the proliferation of COVID-19 in Florida and the transmissibility risks associated with face to face events, the FNA Board of Directors has made the decision to convert the 2022 FNA Advocacy Days to a fully virtual conference. FNA and FNPN looked forward to returning to a face to face event in the capital this year, but felt that the risks to our members and the community were too great to justify. We look forward to having a productive and educational virtual event in lieu of the activities scheduled in Tallahassee.
The conference dates will remain January 19-20 and the agenda will remain largely the same in the virtual environment. We do anticipate being able to have virtual meetings with legislators as well. FNA will be sending out additional updates in the coming days, please stay tuned for more information on their website. https://www.floridanurse.org/page/AdvocacyDays
Reduced Registrations Rates Available: To assist more nurses in attending the virtual program, FNA extended Early Bird registration rates and is providing an additional $50 registration discount for all licensed nurses. Pre-licensure nursing students will receive an additional discount as well. The updated registration prices are listed on the website. Members who registered prior to the new discount will be given the option of receiving a credit towards future conference registrations or be refunded the difference in cost. Eligible members will be contacted directly regarding the credit.
Registration Deadline Extended: Online registration will be available until Tuesday, January 18. Attendees registered prior to that date will receive access instructions for the virtual conference the day before the event. Please note that registrations made on January 18 may not receive access instructions until the morning of the conference.
Please contact the FNA staff at fnaoffice@floridanurse.org with any questions.
Advocacy Days is FNA’s annual event that empowers nurses to have a voice on legislative issues that affect their profession and the well-being of the patients they serve. Each Advocacy Days, nurses from across the state gather in Tallahassee during legislative session to learn about current legislative issues and specific bills that may affect their practice or the overall healthcare environment in Florida. They then have the opportunity to meet with their legislators one-on-one to discuss these issues and advocate for nursing. Advocacy Days is a great opportunity for both upcoming and seasoned nurses to get involved in advocacy work, regardless of whether they have prior experience in this realm or not.
Conference Highlights- Educational sessions equip you with knowledge about the legislative process and how legislation impacts the nursing profession and healthcare as a whole.
- Role-playing exercises and group activities empower you to be more involved in the legislative process by engaging you with like-minded peers and teaching you how to effectively communicating about nursing issues.
- Legislative appointments allow you to become an advocate for your profession by speaking directly with your local legislator regarding important issues.
- Advocacy Days 101 webinar before the conference preps you for your visit to the state capital by giving you an idea of what to expect, including a conference overview and logistics, tips on navigating your legislative appointments, and an overview of what's expected of you as a representative of FNA.
What makes the most difference in getting our needs heard? It is the voices and votes of NURSES. Legislators want to hear from constituents. As members of the most trusted profession, nurses have a unique opportunity to be advocates for their patients and their profession. It all starts with building strong relationships with policy makers and making our needs and desires known. Join us January 19-20!
For more information or to register: https://www.floridanurse.org/page/AdvocacyDays