Big congrats to MFP/ANA alumna Dr. Rashida Charles—named a 2025 Health Equity Influencer by Mercy University! “I can’t wait to create something powerful… that honors the communities we serve.” Wishing her continued success! #MFPAlumni #HealthEquity #NursesLead #Trailblazer

Big congratulations to MFP alumna Dr. Phyllis Sharps on being named a 2025 Living Legend by American Academy of Nursing! Her groundbreaking work on maternal health & IPV, including the NIH-funded DOVE program, has empowered generations.

Honoring 50 years of NAHN in Dallas! Proud to see MFP alums Dr. Daisy Lara, Dr. Griselle Batista, Dr. Mary Lou de Leon Siantz, & MFP Deputy Director Aqila Coulthurst representing bold Latinx leadership in nursing & mental health.

Routledge Handbook of Global Mental Health Nursing (2nd Ed.) is seeking chapters/case studies on bullying, depression, immigrant & Indigenous mental health. For more information contact: Dr. Edilma Yearwood at [email protected] or text Dr. Vicki Hines-Martin at 502.594.8642.

We’re proud to highlight MFP alum & National Advisory Committee member Dr. Schola Matovu for her powerful presentation on advancing global health equity & culturally responsive care. Video Credits: College of Nursing University of Utah facebook.com/share/v/1G2q2A…

Join us in celebrating MFP alum and current doctoral fellow Jolie S. Jemmott, for her dedication to advancing mental health equity and substance use research in marginalized communities. #MFPAlum #MentalHealthEquity #NurseScientist #HealthEquity #FutureLeader

Congratulations to the Class of 2025! Wishing everyone safe travels home after an inspiring ITI in Baltimore. Thank you for the gift of your time!

Honored to share a message from Rep. Kweisi Mfume, welcoming the 2025 MFP Intensive Training Institute to Baltimore & congratulating our graduates. Your leadership is advancing #mentalhealthcare for all communities nationwide.

ITI 2025 Recap: Opening Inspiration American Nurses Association President Jennifer Mensik Kennedy reminded us: Nurses belong everywhere decisions are made. From local boards to national policy, your voice matters. How are you leading change in your community? #2025MFPITI #NursesLead

Youth HIV, Mental Health, & Substance Use Crisis Nurses must lead with developmentally appropriate, integrated, and responsive care models that meet youth where they are. —Dr. Lisa Hightow-Weldman at #2025MFPITI #NursesLead #MentalHealth

At #2025MFPITI, Dr. Lisa Hightow-Weidman reminded us: digital health can reduce stigma & expand access—but it must complement, not replace, human connection. Digital tools are the bridge. Nurses remain the heart. #DigitalHealth #NursingInnovation

Dr. Hightow-Weidman reminded us at #2025MFPITI that health doesn’t happen in isolation: Housing instability and trauma all shape youth risk for HIV, mental health, and substance use challenges. Her call: Integrated solutions are the only path to lasting change. #NursesForChange

Every Child Deserves to Thrive: Nurse Enyo Dzata on ADHD & Advocacy Watch this powerful episode of Mental Health Trailblazers: Psychiatric Nurses Speak Up: youtube.com/watch?v=_Dd7Lg… Learn more about Enyo Dzata at emfp.org/mfp-fellows/vi….

Call for Nominations: ANA Minority Fellowship Program’s National Advisory Committee is open until Friday, August 29, 2025, 11:59 PM ET. Review profiles: nursingworld.org/ana/leadership… Submit nomination form: aneappointments.secure-platform.com/site

Deadline Tomorrow! Submit your abstract for the ISPN 2026 Annual Conference by Friday, Aug. 29, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. CT. Submit today: ispn-psych.org/2026-call-for-… #ISPN2026 #PsychiatricNursing #CallForAbstracts

How Trauma Made a Nurse—and a Leader: Steve Li on Mental Health and Resilience Listen now and discover how Steve Li is nursing the future with heart, advocacy, and grit. emfp.org/news/mental-he… Learn more about Steve Li at emfp.org/mfp-fellows/st…

At the MFP/ANA’s 2025 ITI, Dr. Scott Hadland sounded the alarm: “Overdoses have become the third leading cause of death in children under 19.” Nurses are vital to prevention, education, & advocacy. #2025MFPITI #NursesLead #YouthHealth

October is Substance Use & Misuse Prevention Month & we invite you to tell your prevention story. To inspire action, we can share how prevention is improving lives in our community. Share your story using #MyPreventionStory & explore SAMHSA’s toolkit here: ow.ly/CWRg50X5fcs

On #WorldMentalHealthDay, we shine a light on mental health in humanitarian crises. When homes are lost & families separated, recovery must include #MentalHealth care. Let’s ensure support is part of every response—before, during & after crisis bit.ly/3KBMUcp

Great energy at the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Magnet & Pathway 2025 Conference in Atlanta! Our MFP booth was buzzing with fellowship, inspiration, & connection among attendees, MFP staff, fellows, & alumni. Grateful to be part of this empowering community!