Global Health

Empowering nurses to make a global impact through education, research, and service.

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Mission, Vision, Values and Ethos for the VUSN Global Program 

  • Mission: VUSN advances global nursing education, health equity and well-being through scientific discovery, innovation, evidence-based care and lifelong learning.
  • Vision: VUSN will be the global leader in the transformation of health care and the nursing profession.
  • Values: Excellence, Kindness/Civility, Connectedness, Integrity/Trust
  • Ethos: Learn, collaborate and give back to communities worldwide through innovation, education, and equity-focused healthcare delivery

Student Opportunities

Nurses for Global Health Student Affinity Group 

Learn more about the student group. 

 

Global Health Certificate – Vanderbilt Institute for Global Health  

For more information on how to obtain a Global Health Certificate, please visit the Vanderbilt Institute for Global Health webpage. Currently enrolled nursing students can have the opportunity to obtain this certificate if they take select courses. You can also contact Shelza Rivas, Director of Global Partnerships, at shelza.j.rivas@vanderbilt.edu for further questions.  

Upcoming Events

14th ICN NP/APN Network Conference 2026 

14-17 September 2026, Nashville, TN 

Join us for the 14th ICN NP/APN Network Conference as it returns to the United States for the first time since its inception. Together, we can elevate global NP/APN practice through innovation, education, advocacy, and impact. 

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Visiting Scholars

For more information on our international visitor process, please visit Vanderbilt University Visiting Scholar’s webpage.

Meet the Team