#Letran Calamba Nursing Gains Global Insights at 7th PNAAF International Conference

Colegio de San Juan de Letran Calamba's School of Nursing made a significant stride in its commitment to global health leadership by actively participating in the 7th Philippine Nurses Association of America Foundation (PNAAF) International Conference, in collaboration with the University of Santo Tomas (UST) College of Nursing (CON). This conference, themed "Achieving Global Health Through Innovative and Impactful Collaboration," served as a pivotal platform for knowledge exchange among leading Filipino nursing experts worldwide held at the UST Buenaventura Garcia Paredes Order of Preachers Building (BGPOP) on January 29-30, 2025, .

Letran Calamba's delegation, led by Dean Maria Cherry G. Tanodra, and comprising exemplary nursing students Katherine Ishi Faye C. Cruz, Simoun Rafael Andrei P. Lizardo, and Guia Halley T. Legaspi, was empowered to attend through the generous sponsorship of the PNAAF. This vital support not only facilitated their participation but also provided invaluable access to cutting-edge insights and professional networking opportunities. We extend our deepest gratitude to the PNAAF for their investment in the future of nursing. We also express our sincere appreciation to UST CON Dean Rowena Escolar Chua for her instrumental role in facilitating our invitation, ensuring our students could fully engage in this transformative learning experience.

The conference provided a dynamic platform for Letran Calamba to achieve key strategic objectives. Notably, our students gained a profound global perspective, engaging with international viewpoints on critical healthcare challenges and innovative solutions, such as the latest trends in telehealth and community health initiatives. The event also fostered crucial networking opportunities, enabling our delegation to build lasting professional relationships with renowned Filipino nursing experts. The knowledge acquisition was substantial, with participants gaining insights into evidence-based practices and emerging healthcare technologies. Moreover, the conference served as a powerful source of inspiration and empowerment, motivating our students to pursue leadership roles in advancing global health.

The insights gained from this conference will directly impact Letran Calamba's curriculum development and foster new collaborative research initiatives. The School of Nursing is committed to translating this experience into tangible improvements in our nursing education and community outreach programs.

This monumental event reinforces the vital role of collaborative partnerships in addressing the complex challenges facing the nursing profession and the global healthcare landscape. Letran Calamba remains dedicated to fostering such partnerships and providing our students with impactful learning experiences that prepare them to lead in the field.

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