Non Profit
Professional Excellence
Who We Are
Empowering Nigerian Nurse Practitioners
- 2018 Founded August 8th
- 6+ Years Strong And Growing
A non-profit professional organization dedicated to uniting and empowering Nigerian Nurse Practitioners across the United States through advocacy, education, mentorship, and community service.
Our Journey
From Vision to National Impact
Discover how NANNPU evolved from a local support group to a thriving national organization empowering Nigerian nurse practitioners across America.
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Founded August 8, 2018 (Genesis)
Dr. Linda Ngozi Imoh founded NANNPU as a support group in Dallas-Fort Worth, with a vision to empower Nigerian NPs and students through networking, knowledge sharing, and professional growth opportunities.
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National Expansion (Growth)
NANNPU evolved into a national platform, establishing state chapters across the U.S. and becoming a powerful voice for advocacy, collaboration, and professional advancement.
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AANP Partnership (Alliance)
Established strategic affiliation with the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), enhancing member visibility and participation within the broader NP community while maintaining cultural identity.
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Professional
Network
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Master's+
Education Level
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National
Reach
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Non-Profit
Mission
- Key Milestones
- Established state chapters nationwide
- AANP strategic partnership
- Professional development programs
- Community health advocacy
CORE VALUES - RESPECT
Our core values spell out RESPECT, representing the fundamental principles that guide everything we do as an organization and shape our professional culture.
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R - Recognition
Acknowledging excellence and contributions
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P - Professional Development
Continuous learning and growth
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T - Teamwork & Collaboration
Working together for better outcomes
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E - Empowerment
Strengthening our professional community
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E - Evidence Based Practice
Research-driven healthcare delivery
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S - Safety
Ensuring safe healthcare practices
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C - Caring & Commitment
Compassionate and dedicated service
Together, these values create our commitment to RESPECT
Every interaction, every decision, and every initiative reflects these principles, ensuring we maintain the highest standards of professional excellence and community service.
Our Foundation
Mission, Vision & Core Values
Our guiding principles shape everything we do, from professional development to community service and healthcare advocacy.
MISSION
The mission of NANNPU is to empower all Nigerian nurse practitioners to promote evidence-based, high quality and safe health care through practice, education, collaboration, advocacy, mentorship, scope-of-practice protection, research, and leadership.
- Evidence-Based
- Advocacy
- Leadership
VISION
NANNPU to be recognized as the voice of Nigerian nurse practitioners dedicated to improving individual access to health care, especially for the underserved populations in the US, Nigeria, and other developing countries.
- Global Impact
- Healthcare Access
- Community Focus
Join Our Mission
Ready to Join Our Professional Community?
Become part of NANNPU Arizona Chapter and connect with a network of dedicated nurse practitioners committed to excellence, professional growth, and meaningful community impact across healthcare systems.
Arizona Chapter Benefits:
- Professional networking opportunities
- Continuing education resources
- Mentorship and career guidance
- Community service initiatives
