American Association for Men in Nursing
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The American Association for Men in Nursing (AAMN) is a professional organization for nurses that works to improve gender inclusion in nursing profession. The AAMN runs an annual award scheme which aims to recognize contributions made to the profession.[1]
The AAMN currently has 64 chapters spread across the US.[2]
History
AAMN was established in 1971 by Steve Miller, a nurse, set up a group of like-minded men in Michigan.
However, the Association was later propelled and reorganized by Luther Christman, PhD, RN (1915–2011) In 1981 [3] after Steve Miller left to law school in 1974.[4]
The group claims to have 23,000 members across the USA.
Stated aims
The AAMN aims to encourage and support men in nursing.
References
- ^ "Awards Program". AAMN. Retrieved 2024-01-13.
- ^ "Chapter Directory". AAMN. Retrieved 2024-01-13.
- ^ "AAMN | organizations | Vanderbilt Advantage | School of Nursing | Vanderbilt University". nursing.vanderbilt.edu. Retrieved 2024-01-13.
- ^ "History". AAMN. Retrieved 2024-01-13.
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