Empowering Hispanic Nurses Across North Carolina
Our vision is to elevate the nursing profession by advocating for the continuing education of future leaders within the Hispanic community, identifying the community's needs, participating in political advocacy to ensure these needs are recognized, and serving the community through education on healthy practices and disease prevention.
Upcoming Events
Stay informed and get involved with the Hispanic nursing community in North Carolina through our upcoming meetings and conferences.
Friday October 2, 2026
Dando a Luz: A Bilingual Conference on Latine Maternal & Infant Health Well-Being & Care
Location: Raleigh, NC. Your confirmation letter will include the location address, directions, and parking information.
Description:
Be part of transformative change at North Carolina’s first Latina-centered maternal-infant health conference. Connect with a powerful network of maternal health professionals dedicated to serving Hispanic families. This conference will be conducted bilingually, moving fluidly between English and Spanish. Interpretation services will be provided for attendees who are not bilingual. Esta conferencia se llevará a cabo de manera bilingüe, alternando con fluidez entre inglés y español. Se proporcionarán servicios de interpretación a todos los asistentes que los necesiten.
Registration Fee
Regular Fee: $40
Student Fee: $20
Online course materials will be available about one week before the program. Lunch will be provided.
Visit www.wakeahec.org for accessibility, policy, and privacy statements. Call 919-350-8547 for Inclement Weather updates.
Attendance at this activity grants permission for Wake AHEC, PUSH for Empowered Pregnancy, and Creadoras De Luz to use any photographs, audio, video, or other images from this activity for promotional or educational purposes. Please notify an AHEC staff member if you have concerns.
Cancellations and Refunds: No refunds or credits will be given. Substitutions are encouraged.
Questions? Contact Brynne Spence at bspence@wakeahec.org or 919-350-0462. Event #78535
Time: 9:00 am Check-in, 9:30 am-5:00 pm program.
Target Audience: Physicians, Physician Assistants, Registered Nurses (RNs and APRNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Community Health Workers, Doulas, Public Health Professionals, All Other Healthcare Professionals, and Community Members
Use the link below to register.
https://www.wakeahec.org/courses-and-events/78535
President
Dr. Leticia Acevedo
President
2025-Present
Chapter's Structure
Claudia Villalobos RN
President Elect
2025-Present
Secretary
Juliana Baca RN
Secretary
2025- Present
Treasurer
Interim President
Claudia Kitchin MSN-NE
Treasurer
2025- Present
Forme Parte de Nuestra Comunidad
Las enfermeras hispanas desempeñan un papel fundamental en la atención de la salud de nuestras comunidades, aportando no solo conocimientos clínicos, sino también comprensión cultural y lingüística.
Unirse al North Carolina Chapter de la NAHN ofrece la oportunidad de fortalecer esa voz colectiva, promover el desarrollo profesional y ampliar el impacto en la comunidad.
A través de la membresía, las enfermeras pueden acceder a oportunidades de liderazgo, educación continua, redes de apoyo profesional y recursos que impulsan tanto el crecimiento individual como el avance de la profesión.
Juntas/os, podemos inspirar, educar y liderar el cambio hacia un sistema de salud más equitativo e inclusivo.