Nursing Ethics ResourcesEthical Knowing in NursingSociey for Nursing Ethics International To Nominate: Click HEREDEADLINE: November 9, 2026 The DAISY Foundation and the American Nurses Association’s Center for Ethics and Human Rights developed the national DAISY Awards for Nursing Ethics in Practice and Leadership in 2024 to recognize nurses whose leadership, compassion, and clinical practice demonstrate … Continue reading Nominations open for two Nursing Ethics awards
Announcement
Registration Open – January 21, 2027 Nursology Forum
The monthly 2027 Nursology Forums will open in January! Registration is now open for the January Forum, with the details posted on the Forum Website. Here are the details! Title - Positioning Nursing Knowledge Where It Belongs – In Nursing! When: January 21, 2027, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM, Central Time (US and Canada) Host, Peggy … Continue reading Registration Open – January 21, 2027 Nursology Forum
October 2 – Jacqueline Fawcett Virtual Neuman Systems Model Discussion
Download Flyer October 2, 2026 - (1900-2000 Netherlands; 1300-1400 Eastern; 1000-1100 Pacific) Discussion Topic: “Evolution of the Definition and Description of Person-centered Care within the Neuman Systems Model” Sponsored by the Neuman Systems Model Trustee Group, Inc.Discussion Leader: Diane Breckenridge, PhD, MSN, RN, ANEF, FAAN, Discussion is free and open to anyone interested in theory-based … Continue reading October 2 – Jacqueline Fawcett Virtual Neuman Systems Model Discussion
Call for Submissions – Elizabeth Ann Manhart Barrett Grant
Offered by the SRS Martha E. Rogers Scholars FundWebsite Amount: Up to $5000 will be awarded for one grant Deadline for submissions: November 1st annually Grant Purpose Source To support continued testing, application, evaluation of impact, and policy implications of Barrett’s Power as Knowing Participation in Change Theory. First recipient Marianne Ditomassi, DNP, RN, MBA, … Continue reading Call for Submissions – Elizabeth Ann Manhart Barrett Grant
5th Indigenous Nursing Research for Health Empowerment Summit – October 6–9, 2026
Contributor - Mona Lisa Bourque BearskinRegistrationConference WebsiteSummit Poster On behalf of the International Organizing Committee, we are excited to invite you to support the 5th Indigenous Nursing Research for Health Empowerment Summit, to be held October 6–9, 2026 on the traditional lands of the Lək̓ ʷəŋən Peoples , primarily the Songhees Nation and the Esquimalt Nation along with the W̱ SÁNEĆ Peoples, in … Continue reading 5th Indigenous Nursing Research for Health Empowerment Summit – October 6–9, 2026
Announcing – the Society for Nursing Ethics International (SONEI)
It is always SONEI in Nursing Ethics……with apologies for a bit of morning pre-latte humor! The Society for Nursing Ethics International (SONEI.org) has been established and the website has gone 🎉 live! The website is fully open, fully accessible to subscribers and non-subscribers alike — and it is entirely FREE. Because, well, nurses are freely … Continue reading Announcing – the Society for Nursing Ethics International (SONEI)
Call for Abstracts: 5th Indigenous Nursing Research Leadership Summit (Oct 6–9, 2026)
Abstract Submission Deadline: April 24, 2026Conference Website The conference planning committee is pleased to invite abstract submissions for the 5th Indigenous Nursing Research Leadership Summit, taking place October 6–9, 2026, on the traditional territories of the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) and W̱SÁNEĆ Peoples (Victoria, British Columbia). This international Summit brings together Indigenous nursing leaders, scholars, … Continue reading Call for Abstracts: 5th Indigenous Nursing Research Leadership Summit (Oct 6–9, 2026)
Plan now to attend the 2026 Virtual Nursology Theory Week (VNTW)!
This important 5-day conference is a prime opportunity - particularly for students who are embarking on new career paths in nursing! The conference spans 5 days from March 19th - 23rd, offering maximum flexibility for attending sessions of your choice. The program details will be posted within the next week. So start planning now to … Continue reading Plan now to attend the 2026 Virtual Nursology Theory Week (VNTW)!
Neuman Systems Model Virtual Dialogue and Awards Opportunities
The Neuman Systems Model Trustees are delighted to announce an upcoming virtual dialogue on March 27, 2026. Two of our Trustees from the Netherlands will present "Why the Neuman Systems Model Matters Today and in the Future," providing an optimistic perspective of how a nursology conceptual model can advance nursology knowledge, bridging challenges to the … Continue reading Neuman Systems Model Virtual Dialogue and Awards Opportunities
Neuman Systems Model Awards
The Neuman Systems Model Trustees Group is pleased to invite applicants for the awards listed below. See additional information on the Neuman Systems Model page. The Neuman Systems Model Research Institute. For more information, contact Dr. Jacqueline Fawcett (jacqueline.fawcett@umb.edu) The John Crawford NSM Research Institute Fellow Award Purpose: The purpose of this award is to … Continue reading Neuman Systems Model Awards
The “Editor Roster” on Writer’s Camp!
Just a few short months ago, Leslie Nicoll created the website and online resource center Writer's Camp: An Online Resource for Nursologists: Excellence in Writing, Publishing, & Editing. "Wrtier's Camp" has very quickly become a premier resource for all things related to writing and publishng for nurses from the first day of their learning journey, … Continue reading The “Editor Roster” on Writer’s Camp!
Now Open! Registration and Abstract Submission for VNTW 2026
Theme - The Future of Nursing Knowledge Development The Virtual Nursology Theory Week (VNTW) 2026 will be held on March 19 through 23, 2026 (Thursday to Monday). As in past years, we will have a full schedule with Panel Presentations, a closing Keynote, Knowledge Sessions: Podium and Poster, and Daily Discussions for 4 of the … Continue reading Now Open! Registration and Abstract Submission for VNTW 2026
“Knowledge Development in Nursing” 12th Edition now available
It is with great delight that we are announcing the release of the 12th Edition of this book - one of almost two dozen books that are currently published on approaches to the development of nursology theories and philosophies. Lucinda Canty, PhD, CNM, FACNM, FAAN; Lucy Mkandawire-Valhmu, PhD, RN, FAAN joined me in co-authoring this … Continue reading “Knowledge Development in Nursing” 12th Edition now available
Registration Open for the Society of Rogerian Scholars Hybrid Conference – Oct 24-26, 2025
Download conference flyer Click here for the registration form and to register. We welcome all nursologists to join us for the 2025 SRS conference, coming up in October! Join us in person at the beautiful Florida Atlantic University College of Nursing, or tune in virtually! Here is a preview of the rich program that is … Continue reading Registration Open for the Society of Rogerian Scholars Hybrid Conference – Oct 24-26, 2025
Writer’s Camp Resource: “Blog Post, Journal Article, or Both?”
If you are confused about the differences between blogs and journal articles, you are not alone! To the rescue - the recent article in Writer's Camp titled "Blog Post, Journal Article, or Both?" This article explains the distinctions, and also introduces the 'hybrid" concept that is being used for "Writer's Camp"! Writer's Camp has very … Continue reading Writer’s Camp Resource: “Blog Post, Journal Article, or Both?”
The 6th Edition of “Nursing Theories and Nursing Practice” is Here!
Marlaine C. Smith, Editor I’m happy to announce that the 6th edition of Nursing Theories and Nursing Practice, published by F.A. Davis, has been released. This book was originally edited by Marilyn Parker (2000; 2005). I joined her to co-edit the 3rd and 4th editions (2010, 2015) and edited the 5th and 6th editions … Continue reading The 6th Edition of “Nursing Theories and Nursing Practice” is Here!
Introducing Writer’s Camp
By Leslie H. Nicoll, PhD, MBA, RN, FAANCamp Director, Writer's Camp Let me take this opportunity to introduce you to Writer's Camp, a new online resource I've created that focuses on excellence in writing, editing, and publishing. It's specifically designed for nursologists. I chose the "camp" metaphor because my own camp experiences were fun and … Continue reading Introducing Writer’s Camp
VNTW (Virtual Nursology Theory Week) Development Fund
Contribute to the Fund The VNTW Leadership Team has established a fund that will be used primarily to create scholarships for the support of doctoral nursing students and early career nursing scholars from countries around the world to participate in our annual VNTW conference. Information about the availability of Scholarships, and the application process will … Continue reading VNTW (Virtual Nursology Theory Week) Development Fund
VNTW for 2026 – March 19-23!
This is no April Fools joke!! The critically significant annual virtual nursing theory week is on the calendar! Save the date, March 19-23, and watch this space for more information as the details emege. You can also review the 2025 program on the VNTW website for inspiration to participate!
Martha E. Rogers Scholars Fund Applications Due April 1st
Announced by Violet Malinski on behalf of the Society of Rogerian Scholars The MER Scholars Fund is pleased to announce that the next deadline for application to the Martha E. Rogers Scholars Grant is April 1, 2025. Guidelines and application can be found on the SRS website (societyofrogerianscholars.org). The purpose of the grant is To … Continue reading Martha E. Rogers Scholars Fund Applications Due April 1st