National Black Nurses Association, Inc.

01/29/2026

We’re excited to share that NBNA Executive Director Tonya Jackson was invited by her AKA sorors and NBC4 Washington news anchors Molette Green and Jummy Olabanji to spotlight NBNA’s 38th Annual Black Nurses Day on Capitol Hill.🏛️🩺

She was joined by Janice Johnson, President of the Black Nurses Association of the Greater Washington, DC Area, as they helped amplify the importance of nurse advocacy and health equity through policy.
From the newsroom to Capitol Hill, Black nurses continue to elevate our voices, leadership, and impact.

01/27/2026

As a member of the Professional Organizations representing Nurses of Color (PONC), the National Black Nurses Association joins fellow nursing and health equity organizations in condemning the violence connected to federal immigration enforcement in Minnesota.

The tragic loss of Alex Pretti, a nurse whose career was dedicated to caring for others, demands accountability, transparency, and meaningful reform. Violence in our communities undermines public trust, public safety, and public health, and stands in direct opposition to the ethical principles that guide the nursing profession.

Guided by the Nursing Code of Ethics, nurses are ethically obligated to protect human dignity, defend human rights, and advocate for policies that promote justice, safety, and well-being. Through PONC, we call for full, independent, and transparent investigations and for reforms that ensure communities and healthcare professionals can live and serve without fear.

This collective statement reflects the shared commitment of professional nursing organizations representing more than one million racially and ethnically diverse nurses across the United States.

Read the full statement and join nurses nationwide in advancing justice, accountability, and community safety.

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01/26/2026

The National Black Nurses Association (NBNA) mourns the tragic loss of Alex Jeffrey Pretti, RN

Nurses dedicate their lives to caring for others. They deserve safety, dignity, and protection in their workplaces and in our communities. Violence must never be accepted.

NBNA stands with the nursing community in calling for transparency, accountability, and a thorough investigation. Our hearts are with Alex’s family, loved ones, and colleagues during this difficult time.

Read our full statement: https://nbna.org/nbna-statement-on-the-death-of-alex-jeffrey-pretti/

01/26/2026

The National Black Nurses Association (NBNA) mourns the tragic loss of Alex Jeffrey Pretti, RN.

This is a heartbreaking reminder that nurses who dedicate their lives to caring for others deserve safety, respect, and protection in every space they serve. Violence against healthcare professionals cannot be normalized or ignored.

NBNA joins the nursing community in calling for full transparency, accountability, and a thorough investigation. We stand with Alex’s family, loved ones, and colleagues as they grieve and seek justice.

Read NBNA’s full statement and join us in honoring Alex’s legacy:
🔗 https://nbna.org/nbna-statement-on-the-death-of-alex-jeffrey-pretti/

Let us continue to advocate for safer communities and workplaces for all nurses.

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01/22/2026

Show Your Spirit for Black Nurses Day on Capitol Hill! 🩺✨

Add our official 38th Annual Black Nurses Day on Capitol Hill profile frame. Share with your friends that you’re making history on Capitol Hill!

Grab your frame here: https://twb.nz/38hillday

Let’s flood timelines with nurse pride and Capitol Hill energy! 🔥
Tag us, share your look, and show the world how nurses show up.

01/15/2026

Join us tonight for the 38th Annual Black Nurses Day on Capitol Hill Training Webinar! 🚨

This is your opportunity to get prepared and informed before we head to Capitol Hill on Thursday, February 6, 2026. Hosted by NBNA’s Health Policy Committee, this webinar will cover essential Hill Day information and equip you to advocate effectively for health equity.

Spread the word and invite your colleagues and connections to join us tonight!
🔗 Register now:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2_WM7pWxSYWG5K6AvMvUKw #/registration


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01/14/2026

A huge thank you to for spotlighting the power, impact, and legacy of our Annual National Black Nurses Day on Capitol Hill! This feature shines a light on how Black nurses continue to lead, advocate, and shape health policy at the highest levels.

Now it’s your turn to be part of the movement. 💪🏾🩺

Join us on Thursday, February 5, 2026, for the 38th Annual Black Nurses Day on Capitol Hill, a day of advocacy, connection, and collective action as we mobilize for health equity.

Read the article:https://nurse.org/news/national-black-nurses-day-capitol-hill/

Register now and be part of the energy, the impact, and the history in the making! https://web.cvent.com/event/399841bf-a4a1-4ccd-a252-df55684154b4/summary?environment=P2nt

Nurses from across the country gather on Capitol Hill for the National Black Nurses Association’s 38th Annual Black Nurses Day.

01/06/2026

01/05/2026

In Loving Memory of Dr. Janell Green-Smith, CNM

The National Black Nurses Association and the NBNA Black Maternal Health Equity Task Force mourn the loss of Dr. Janell Green-Smith, a beloved midwife, scholar, and tireless advocate for Black maternal health whose life was dedicated to improving outcomes for others. Her tragic death due to childbirth complications is a profound loss for our community and a sobering reminder that even the most knowledgeable and experienced cannot escape the systemic failures that continue to end Black lives.

Dr. Green-Smith’s work advanced equity, safety, and dignity in maternity care and her legacy will continue to inspire our fight for justice and improved care for all birthing people. ❤️‍🩹

We extend our deepest condolences to her family, friends, colleagues, and all those she mentored and served. Her voice and vision will live on in the countless lives she touched and in the movement she helped strengthen.

Rest in power, Dr. Green-Smith. Your life’s work must propel lasting change.

Read the full NBNA statement: https://nbna.org/statement-on-the-death-of-dr-janell-green-smith-cnm/