Organizational Development of National Nursing Associations (ODENNA) - Africa

“Africa has long suffered from a critical shortage of nurses which is devastating to the quality of healthcare in Africa now, and into the future. In order to support the resilience and sustainability of health systems where they are needed most, the BD Foundation is investing in the next generation of nurses in Africa. By partnering with the International Council of Nurses, we are confident that the ODENNA program will help improve access to the delivery of quality healthcare for patients across Africa.” 

Sien Avalos, Director, BD Social Investing and VP, BD Foundation 

“At the Johnson & Johnson Foundation, we believe for healthcare to work, it takes nurses. Nurses are innovators, lifesavers, fierce patient advocates and the very backbone of healthcare. For many patients, nurses are the only health professionals they ever see. Our support for ODENNA reflects our commitment to advancing health equity by empowering nurses with the support and guidance they need to deliver the best possible care for all their patients.”