AHNA The American Holistic Nurses Association

03/03/2026

Become a member today! Have you been thinking about joining the American Holistic Nurses Association? The link below will provide answers to any question you may have about our association. Learn more about AHNA at http://www.ahna.org/Membership

01/03/2026

AHNA’s Promoting Nurse Health and Well-Being Resource Kit integrates holistic strategies and recommendations to address worldwide nurse burnout. Available in English and Spanish at https://www.ahna.org/Resources under General Resources and Nurse Health & Well-Being Toolkit.

27/02/2026

Join us in Niagara Falls, June 10–14, 2026 for the 46th Annual Conference of the American Holistic Nurses Association.

Centered on the theme Holistic Nursing: Engaging Mother Nature’s Wisdom, this year’s gathering invites us to slow down, reconnect, and remember the healing power of the natural world. In a time when healthcare can feel increasingly fast-paced and technology-driven, this conference offers space to return to balance — for ourselves and for those we care for.

Together, we’ll explore how nature’s rhythms, traditions, and evidence-informed practices can support resilience, renewal, and compassionate care. From the wisdom of plants and animals to cultural healing traditions and sensory connection with the earth, this experience is designed to nourish mind, body, and spirit while strengthening the future of holistic nursing.

Learn more and register: https://www.ahna.org/Events/Annual-Conference

25/02/2026

Wednesday, March 18 AHNA will be hosting and educational webinar, Energy and the Holistic Nurse: Understanding the Processes that Shape Healing Interactions presented by Jalma Marcus, RN BS, MS, HNB-BC, CLSE, CBP, AT. This presentation explores energy within the nurse/patient/client relationship as a process influencing health and healing. Grounded in holistic nursing philosophy, quantum physics, complexity, and systems theory, it uses illustration to reveal how whole-person interactions shape Health and healing and supports the development of intentionality, defined as focused attention, in practice. Register at https://www.ahna.org/Shop/Featured-Webinars

18/02/2026

Join the AHNA President and other members of the Board of Directors for our Fireside Chat. During the chat, members will have the opportunity to speak with various Board members and can ask questions or voice any concerns they may have about the current issues facing healthcare.

The next chat will take place February 18 at 7 pm EST. Further chats are scheduled for April 15, June 17, August 19, October 21, and December 16.

https://www.ahna.org/

18/02/2026

There is still time to register! Tomorrow at 1 PM EST AHNA will be hosting an educational webinar, Healing Hands, Proven Impact: The Power of Healing Touch in Patient Care presented by Stacy Noel, MSN, FNP-BC, HWNC-BC, HTCP/I, Reiki Master. This educational activity is designed to empower nurses and healthcare professionals with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to integrate Healing Touch techniques into patient care and personal self-care routines. Participants will explore the evidence-based benefits of Healing Touch for reducing pain, anxiety, and stress,
and learn practical methods for incorporating these techniques into daily practice. By closing gaps in knowledge, skills, and implementation, this program supports holistic, patient-centered care while promoting resilience and well-being among clinicians. Register at https://www.ahna.org/Shop/Featured-Webinars

29/01/2026

AHNA, in is pleased to join our colleagues at the The American Holistic Nurses Credentialing Corporation (AHNCC) and the Global Academy of Holistic Nursing (GAHN) in issuing the following press release, with regard to our shared call for attention and action pertaining to recent matters of public health concern, as articulated by the American Academy of Nursing (AAN) and the International Council of Nurses (ICN).

Public Health Concern

26/01/2026

The American Holistic Nurses Association joins the national nursing community in mourning the death of our colleague, Alex Jeffrey Pretti, RN.

In moments like these, many of us are holding grief, shock, fear, and fatigue—sometimes all at once. As holistic nurses, we are reminded to return to our core AHNA values: Compassion, Authenticity, Integrity, Wellness, and Inclusivity.

Wellness during difficult times includes intentional self-care:

✨ Checking in with our emotions and energy
✨ Honoring our capacity and limits
✨ Practicing gratitude and prayer or reflection
✨ Offering quiet acts of care to those in need

We invite you to pause with us, to hold those who are grieving gently in your heart, and to direct intentions of peace, love, and healing where you feel called.

Connection matters.

Please check in with one another, listen deeply, and remember that your presence—calm, caring, and authentic—is a powerful form of healing.

20/01/2026

We're excited to announce that registration for our 46th annual conference is officially open! Gathering in Niagara Falls from June 10th-14th 2026, AHNA members and friends will explore the theme of "Holistic Nursing: Engaging Mother Nature’s Wisdom"

In today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world, many are seeking a return to balance, wellness, and deeper connection. This conference invites holistic nurses to lead the way- reconnecting with the timeless healing power of nature.

By embracing Mother Nature’s rhythms and restorative energy, participants will discover new paths to compassionate care, resilience, and personal renewal.

Through nature-based healing practices, holistic nutrition, Indigenous knowledge, cultural traditions, and evidence-based interventions, this gathering will offer practical tools rooted in the Holistic Nursing Core Values.

Attendees will explore the therapeutic roles of plants, animals, natural elements, and seasonal cycles, gaining insights into how sensory engagement and earth-centered practices can nourish mind, body, and spirit.

Together, we will cultivate a more grounded, vital, and connected future for holistic nursing and global wellness.

https://www.ahna.org/Events/Annual-Conference

PLEASE NOTE: Rooms outside of AHNA’s room block at the Sheraton Hotel and nearby hotels are expected to fill up quickly due to the FIFA World Cup taking place nearby in Canada during our conference dates. This will also cause AHNA’s room block to sell out sooner than usual. We encourage you to make your hotel reservation as soon as possible, as AHNA will not be able to request additional rooms once the block is full.

18/12/2025

Today, more than 140 members of Congress joined together in support of America’s nurses in a bipartisan, bicameral letter urging the Department of Education to recognize post-baccalaureate nursing degrees as professional degrees.

Visit RNAction.org to contact your representatives and make your voice heard.

Read Dr. Jennifer Mensik Kennedy’s full statement: https://ow.ly/e2em50XIGL8

26/11/2025

Important Updates & Deadlines

1. The AHNA office will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 26 - Friday, Nov. 28 for Thanksgiving.

2. AHNA mailing address change goes into effect Monday, Dec. 1
New Address: 800 SW Jackson St., Suite 1012, Topeka, KS 66612

3. AHNA Elections Voting ends Sunday, Nov. 30, 11:59pm PST
For information on the candidates, please go to the AHNA website (https://www.ahna.org/Get-Involved/Elections) or check out the latest eNews!

4. Deadline to submit research paper, research poster or non-research poster proposals for the 2026 Annual Conference is Monday, Dec. 1.
- The conference will be June 10-14, in Niagara Falls, New York at The Niagara Falls Convention Center.

08/11/2025

Wed. Nov. 12 - 1pm EST - Webinar!
Holistic Approaches to Youth Mental Health and Well-Being presented by Raquel Gallucci RN, BSN & Jasmine Cowan, RN, PMH-BC
Discover an evidence-based toolkit designed to help nurses promote mental health and well-being among children and adolescents through holistic strategies spanning physical, emotional, spiritual, behavioral, environmental, and social health domains. Grounded in Transformative Learning Theory, the session fosters reflection, resilience, and healing environments while positioning nurses as leaders in promoting positive mental health outcomes.
Register Now! https://www.ahna.org/Shop/Featured-Webinars