In June 2020 AMSN released a statement stating our commitment to end racism, in which there were four actions AMSN committed to undertake related to acknowledgement, engagement, advancing policy and educating nurses. We pledge to do our part to end racism. We recognize that racism harms people, health care and health. As we move forward, we invite you to join us in our pledge to end racism. We invite to share your pledge with us, to engage with us in committing to do all we can do to stop racism. View the AMSN Discrimination and Violence Statement.
In June 2020 AMSN released a statement, in which there were four actions AMSN committed to undertake related to acknowledgement, engagement, advancing policy and educating nurses. We pledge to do our part to end racism. We recognize that racism harms people, health care and health. As we move forward, we invite you to join us in our pledge to end racism. We invite you to share your pledge with us, to engage with us in committing to do all we can do to stop racism. View
the AMSN Discrimination and Violence Statement.
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Treat all with respect, call out racism as I see it, make the effort to be obviously inclusive, make no assumptions, be an example to others.
Yvonne
I pledge to end racism in our profession and in my life!
Roberta
I will treat everyone with respect and kindness.
Hermita
I will not condone racism or discrimination of any kind, and will speak up against inequity. I promise to treat everyone with respect and dignity. Racism and hate have no place in healthcare. This is my Pledge.
Lori Porter
I will do my best to recognize my own unconscious bias with every decision I make. I will consider DEI in all aspects of AMSN/MSNCB business and will ensure we dismantle any systemic bias within our organization. I will continue to speak out and be an ally.
Terri Hinkley
Always remember Dr. King's words to judge by the content of character not color of skin.
Treat everyone with love and respect, to speak up against injustices.
Treat everyone with love and respect, to speak up against injustices.
Theresa
I pledge to love and respect everyone equally as created in the perfect image of God. I stand with you!
Sarah
I pledge to continue to treat everyone that I encounter with respect and dignity and expect the same in return.
Karen
speaking up and speaking out at all times!
Marisa
I pledge to treat patients, families, and peers as unique individuals. I will respect their autonomy in the healthcare space.
Cristen
I pledge to treat everyone with respect and dignity. I pledge to remain educated on racism and pursue conversations around injustice and stand up for everyone to be treated equally.
Jody
I am listening to voices like Zerlina Maxwell, and reading Ta-Nehisi Coates so I can grasp other perspectives. I am speaking out on Social Media when racist memes are posted. I strive to be anti-racist with patients, colleagues, and in the virtual world.
Alice
I pledge to build a better tomorrow whereby all people are treated with dignity and respect. I will strive to "get in good trouble, necessary trouble" to stamp out racist behavior whenever encountered or wherever I witness it!
Kim
Kim
Kim
I pledge to not accept physical features as an identification for people and demand that people use names as a matter of respect. I pledge to educate my staff and others about the value of all people and not accept any discrimination in any form
Andrea
I pledge to set the example the world needs. See the good in everyone. Love everyone. No matter what.
Amy
I pledge to continue to speak up and against racism, implicit bias and microaggressions. I pledge to not only protest but take action against racisim within my organization and community.
Consuela Johnson
I pledge to educate myself and advocate for equality of all individuals regardless of race, gender, geographic location, disabilities, and any other unique factors that individual may possess. I welcome and invite individuals voices from all walks of life to ensure that everyone has a say.
Marie
Report if l see any activity of racism at my work place
Esenam
I pledge to speak up when I witness racism as well as educate those around me. We should all be treated equally.
Candice
Natasha
I pledge to continually educate myself and others on what it means to be racist and the numerous ways we can recognize and take a stand against racist words and actions. I pledge to be an advocate for those who are unable to advocate for themselves.
Angela
I pledge to speak up when I hear bias towards other races and to be more aware of my own implicit biases. I will support candidates for public office who want to end racism, income disparity and healthcare disparity.
John
I pledge to be a role model for my community and be respectful towards ALL that I come into contact with. No form of racism will be tolerated in my presence!
Deana Razo, BSN, RN
I pledge to be the change I want to see by offering hope, positivity, knowledge, and advocacy.
Portia Zaire