Preparing for our future: Creating a Nurseʹs Badge Program with the Girl Scouts

Nurses working together to help the future of nursing is the statement that best describes the development of the Girl Scout Nurse Badge Program. Although September 11, 2001, will be embedded in our memories forever as a day of great sadness for our country, it also serves as a reminder of the wonderful strength and commitment that our country represents. On that day, an interested group of leaders in nursing and the Girl Scouts came together to create what is now called the Nurse Badge Program. During the past 2 years, this program has stirred an enthusiasm not only within our community but also across the country as a means to revive the image of nursing and inspire our children to consider a career in nursing. We encourage nurse leaders to consider starting a nurse badge program in their area.