The Ghanaian-Diaspora Nursing Alliance (G-DNA) will host its annual fundraising gala at the Embassy of Ghana, Washington D.C, in the United States come September 14, 2024.
The gala is hosted to help the organisation’s member-nurses have access to the latest training, technology, and resources, that will allow them deliver the best possible care to their patients. The funds raised at the event is also expected to reduce healthcare disparities in rural areas in Ghana, making quality care accessible to those who need it most.
Nurses and midwives working in rural areas in Ghana face additional hurdles in accessing the education and training they need to provide the best possible care to their communities.
As a non-profit organisation, G-DNA aims to improve nursing education and practice in Ghana by utilising the talent of Ghanaian nurses living abroad. It will establish local-to-global cooperation between Ghanaian nurses and their counterparts from other countries, especially Ghana.
“Specialist nurses play a crucial role in advancing healthcare by performing advanced tasks and collaborating with other healthcare professionals. However, they often face challenges in securing the financial resources needed to obtain specialist training at the Ghana College of Nurses and Midwives (GCNM),” said G-DNA to TheAfricanDream.net in Washington, DC.
With the intention of working together, the G-DNA has built strong ties with the Ghana Health Service (GHS), the Ghana College of Nurses and Midwives (GCNM), the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA), the Nursing and Midwifery Council (N&MC), and other government organisations that provide nursing programs in Ghana.
“The total cost of a 3-year program at the GCNM is approximately $2,300, which can be a significant barrier for many nurses. That’s where we need every help possible at this fundraiser.”
In Ghana, there is a severe lack of representation for nurses and midwives in national and institutional decision-making processes. While there is little opportunity for nurses in Ghana to receive leadership training, G-DNA thinks a significant change to nursing and midwifery funding may help the provision of healthcare in Ghana.
“Last year, we successfully raised $9,000, enabling the education of 10 specialist nurses and midwives at the Ghana College of Nurses and Midwives. G-DNA extends our heartfelt gratitude to all our previous donors. Thanks to your generous financial support. Your contributions are making a significant impact on healthcare in Ghana, and we deeply appreciate your commitment to our cause,” said G-DNA to TheAfricanDream.net.
“This year, our goal is to sponsor at least 20 nurses from rural areas, covering their entire tuition at the GCNM and allowing them to receive the specialized training they need.”
By attending the gala, attendees will not only enjoy a memorable evening filled with entertainment, fine dining, and live music, but they “will also make a direct impact on nursing education, professional development, and patient care enhancements in Ghana.”
To purchase a ticket to the event, follow this LINK.
Source: TheAfricanDream.net
Oral Ofori is Founder and Publisher at www.TheAfricanDream.net, a digital storyteller and producer, and also an information and research consultant.
