January 2023

Policy

HIV Champion retires

We congratulate and thank Harold Phillips, MPA as he retires from federal service. He was the Director of the White House Office of National AIDS Policy (ONAP), where he led the effort to set the Administration’s domestic HIV/AIDS priorities, including the National HIV/AIDS Strategy and the Ending the HIV Epidemic (EHE) initiative.

Prior to joining the White House, Mr. Phillips served as the Chief Operating Officer for the EHE Initiative in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and Director for the Ryan White Program’s AETC and SPNS projects and other Ryan White programs. Harold Phillips is a friend of ANAC and champion of nurses. He has spoken at ANAC conferences, national webinars and other convenings. In 2023, he was awarded the ANAC Public Service Award - the only annual award given to a non-ANAC member. We wish him the very best in the next chapter!

Education

Call for abstracts

The American Academy of Ambulatory Care Nursing announces a call for manuscripts for their new journal, the Journal of Ambulatory Care Nursing, which will launch in 2025. JACN will be the leading publication in the field of ambulatory care nursing, dedicated to advancing evidence-based ambulatory care nursing practice, clinical research and professional development.

This is a potential opportunity to have nurse-led HIV prevention and treatment research and programming in front of primary care audiences.

HANCB

This is the year to get certified!

HANCB is committed to promoting health equity and excellence in nursing through certification. We hope that ANAC members are encouraged to demonstrate their expertise and skills in HIV primary care by becoming certified. Learn more and submit your application.

Please join us in welcoming the 2024 HANCB Board of Directors, including new members John Michael Bowen, William Duckworth, Amy McDonald and Angie Scott. Our board members have a wealth of expertise, experience and knowledge which will allow our organization to continue to grow and support candidates and certificants in their certification journey. Learn about our board members.

Global

Abstract submission deadline

Reminder that the deadline to submit your abstract for the International Conference on Advanced Science (IAS) is fast approaching. Don't miss the opportunity to share your research and insights with experts from around the world. The last day for abstract submissions is Jan. 23, so be sure to get your submissions in on time.

If you plan to attend IAS, please inform our global coordinator, Mwikali Kamami.

Research

PCORI seeks panel members

The Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) invites persons with professional or lived experience in the healthcare community to apply for one of their five advisory panels. This is an important opportunity for nurses to represent our unique viewpoint and expertise and advise PCORI on research priorities, questions and approaches. More information available here. There is a virtual Panel Applicant Town Hall on Feb. 14, 2024.

Conference

Save the date for ANAC2024!

We are headed to Indianapolis Nov.14-16 for ANAC2024: Race for the Cure. Mark your calendars now and we'll see you there!

National Latinx Conference

Consider applying for a scholarship to attend the National Latinx Conference on HIV/HCV/SUD May 2-4, 2024 in El Paso, TX.

The National Latinx Conference on HIV/HCV/SUD aims to create opportunities to share information and efforts around health disparities that negatively impact the Latinx population, such as HIV, HCV and substance use disorder, by bridging the varied disciplines of education, advocacy and clinical care. Thus, creating better health outcomes for the Latinx population.

Resources

The 2021-22 impact report is now available!   

ANAC had many achievements to celebrate over the last few years. We focused on our strategic plan and how best to serve our members, honor nurses and other healthcare professionals in the AIDS/HIV fields and fight for policy changes. View our latest ANAC Impact Report.

Member News

ANAC member directory

Looking to make new connections this year that align with your 2024 goals or need advice on an upcoming endeavor? Take advantage of the member-only ANAC directory. More than 500 members have opted into the member directory over the last year so you can expect their information to be up to date.

Be sure your information is also up to date and take advantage of this member-only benefit. Access it through the members-only login on the ANAC website.

ANAC board member does amazing work in the Phillipines

Board member Anthony Velasco talks about his work in the Philippines with Global Health Force and the Philippine Coast Guard!

“Last month, over 1300 patients were seen, thousands of medication doses dispensed, hundreds of eye glasses distributed, hundreds of dental care provided and minor surgeries performed! Thank you, Global Health Force and the Philippine Coast Guard, for giving me the opportunity to give back to the Philippines! ”

New president at Palm Springs Chapter

The ANAC Palm Springs Chapter announced their new President, Kimberly Skeete, earlier this month. Kim shares that as a transgender woman she is passionate about representation and diversity, and that it is critical to amplify underrepresented voices. Congratulations, Kim!

Sigma Theta Tau/ANAC research grant applications open

This grant is intended to strengthen and encourage research career development of nurses through support of clinically oriented HIV/AIDS research and to increase the number of HIV studies being done by nurses.

Funding: $2,500 (max)

Deadline: April 1, 2024

Funding date: Aug. 1, 2024

ANAC member Amit “Mickey” Dhir, MSN-NP, BSN, RN was the 2023-24 recipient. This grant supported his research project which examined barriers and facilitators among men who have sex with men (MSM) and their networks related to PrEP uptake in Baltimore, MD. Mickey has also recently been awarded the 2024 Deborah E. Trautman Future Nurse Leader Scholarship from the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN)!

Welcome new ANAC Committee Chairs for 2024!

The DEI Committee is now chaired by Michele Crespo-Fierro and Martez D. Smith

The Chapters Committee is now chaired by Jim Leckliter

The Policy Committee is now chaired by Marik Moen and Justin Alves

The Research Committee is now chaired by Julie Schexnayder and Jessica Well 

We thank our exiting committee chairs for their expertise, commitment and leadership!

DEI: Deb Wafer & Bridgette Picou

Chapters: Peter Oates & Robin Hardwicke

Policy: Nina Sublette

Research: Natalie LaBlanc

And much appreciation for our continuing chairs- thank you!

Awards: Pariya Fazeli Wheeler

Bylaws: Carol Cohen

Global: Ellen Schell & Noriel Calaguas

Nominating: Evelyn Malone-Hicks

Palliative: Loretta Winde

Rural: Julia Green

Our committees help drive the mission of the association. We are always looking for motivated, passionate people to serve. Members are encouraged to join a committee to become further engaged with ANAC. If you are interested in applying to join a committee, apply here. If you have any questions, contact Erin Myers.

Kick off 2024 with generosity!

As we step into the new year, we wanted to take a moment to recognize how important individual donations are to ANAC. Philanthropic backing from generous individuals like YOU are crucial to our operations, including this monthly newsletter! To be proactive, we are inviting everyone in ANAC's incredible network to consider becoming a monthly donor, providing a reliable revenue source for our organization. No matter the size or frequency, every donation helps to sustain the essential programs and initiatives that define our mission. Every single dollar you contribute plays a part in our shared commitment to improving the lives of those affected by HIV/AIDS .

Whatever you choose to give, your ongoing support will directly impact ANAC's annual fund. We deeply appreciate your contributions- thank you!