The three-day 'Power of Nurses Convention' will gather registered nurses, student nurses, health leaders and community partners from across the US Virgin Islands and beyond to highlight the critical role of nurses in advancing health, equity and resilience. Photo: VISNA

The three-day event will gather registered nurses, student nurses, health leaders and community partners from across the US Virgin Islands and beyond to highlight the critical role of nurses in advancing health, equity and resilience.

“Nurses are the heartbeat of healthcare,” said Dr Suzette Lettsome, President of VISNA and UVI School of Nursing faculty. This convention is a celebration of our profession’s strength, a forum for growth and learning, and a reminder of our responsibility to empower healthier communities across the Virgin Islands.”

As an affiliate of the American Nurses Association, VISNA serves as the collective voice for nursing in the US Virgin Islands, championing ethics, equity, and professional excellence while tailoring national priorities to the unique needs of the Territory.

According to Dr Lettsome, the Power of Nurses Convention will be an impactful retreat filled with pertinent information, continuing education sessions for nurses, community-focused initiatives to strengthen trust and health literacy, networking and mentorship opportunities to build the next generation of VI nurses and celebrations recognising the service of our Nurse Champions.

"The upcoming convention will feature keynote addresses, a panel discussion, interactive workshops and networking opportunities designed to empower nurses, strengthen professional collaboration, and reaffirm the nursing profession’s critical role in advancing health care equity,” Dr Lettsome said.

Registration

This is an opportunity that anyone in the nursing profession can’t afford to miss. All nurses, whether they are CNAs, LPNs, RNs or friends and supporters of those along the nursing journey, are encouraged to register for the VISNA Convention. The convention is slated for October 22–24, 2025, in St Thomas, USVI, at the UVI Innovation Centre.

Register today via telephone at 1340-244-6874 in person $125, virtually $65 and nursing students pay $10. In-person attendees can also pay at the UVI Innovation Centre on October 22.

“Our convention is a powerful opportunity to come together, exchange knowledge, and amplify our collective voice. We are building a legacy of leadership, an impact that will not only inspire nurses but also touch the lives of every individual in our community,” Dr Lettsome concluded.

The Virgin Islands State Nurses Association (VISNA) is a professional membership organisation representing registered nurses in the USVI. An affiliate of the American Nurses Association and the Caribbean Nurses Organisation, VISNA advocates for the advancement of nursing practice, professional development, and health equity across the US Virgin Islands.