The Power of Camaraderie: Conference Engagement for BIPOC Nurses in Academia.

Background BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) nurses remain underrepresented in academia and often experience isolation and limited mentorship. Academic conferences can help counter these barriers by fostering camaraderie and a sense of belonging. Methods A narrative review of English-la...

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Publicado en:ABNFF Journal Vol. 1; no. 1; pp. 26 - 37
Autores principales: Carter, Erik V., Stephens, Umeika, Walker, Tara, McNeill, Cynthera, Bowman, Angela, Jenkins, Randon, Fletcher, Audwin B.
Formato: review tables/charts Journal Article
Publicado: Association of Black Nursing Faculty Foundation Jun2026
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          Carter, Erik V.
          Stephens, Umeika
          Walker, Tara
          McNeill, Cynthera
          Bowman, Angela
          Jenkins, Randon
          Fletcher, Audwin B.
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          Cultural Competence
          Congresses and Conferences
          Professional Development
          Faculty, Nursing
          Nurses, Minority
          Interprofessional Relations
          Support, Social
          Mentorship
          Social Inclusion
          Career Planning and Development
          Cultural Diversity
          Prejudice
          Organizational Culture
          Minority Groups
          Leadership
          Career Mobility
          Conceptual Framework
          Networking, Professional
      ab: Background BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) nurses remain underrepresented in academia and often experience isolation and limited mentorship. Academic conferences can help counter these barriers by fostering camaraderie and a sense of belonging. Methods A narrative review of English-language, peer-reviewed literature (January 2020 through March 2025) and historical sources examined mentorship, professional development, and conference participation among BIPOC nurses in academic settings. Results Affinity-based conference engagement reduced isolation, strengthened mentorship, and promoted culturally responsive teaching and leadership, but institutional barriers --especially funding and structural support--limited participation and impact. Implications Academic leaders should prioritize funding and sustained support for affinity-based conferences and mentorship programs as evidence-based strategies to improve faculty development and student outcomes. Conclusions Institutional investment in belonging, mentorship, and professional engagement enhances equity, retention, and excellence in nursing education.
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