Our conversation with Dr. Francine Bono-Neri delves into the global crisis of human trafficking as she shares her journey into the anti-trafficking movement. She discusses how health care professionals can identify and support survivors, the psychological manipulation involved in trafficking, and the need for trauma-informed care. This episode also details the impact of digital technology on child safety and encourages listeners to get involved in the anti-trafficking movement.

Warning: Some of this content may be distressing or triggering, especially for survivors of abuse and trauma. Please prioritize your well-being.

Meet our Guest:

Francine Bono-Neri, PhD, RN, APRN, PNP

Dr. Bono-Neri is a pediatric nurse practitioner, educator, researcher, published author, and international speaker. She has served on the boards of ANA-NY, a NAPNAP chapter, and was awarded an N.E.F. Scholarship. In turn, she established an annual scholarship for master’s or doctoral nursing students whose work focuses on human trafficking or anti-trafficking measures. Dr. Bono-Neri has been recognized at the UN, receiving the Inspiring Global Nurse Award, International Ceca Award, and has been newly inducted in the 2024 Class of the American Academy of Nursing Fellows. She’s the Co-founder and President of Nurses United Against Human Trafficking, a global association dedicated to combatting human trafficking by educating, equipping, and empowering healthcare professionals on anti-trafficking measures.

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Empowering Nurses Against Human Trafficking

In August 2024, Dr. Kandis McLean partnered with Avion Drayton-Bailey and the Trinidad and Tobago National Nursing Association to led a team of U.S. nurses to Trinidad and Tobago to teach AWHONN’s Obstetric Patient Safety Program. Learn about their motivation, preparation, cultural adaptations, and team dynamics, especially if you’d like to take your nursing skills abroad. This episode highlights the importance of global collaboration in maternal health with the shared goal of reducing maternal mortality rates.

Meet Our Guests:

Avion Drayton-Bailey, B.Sc.N. Admin; RN; RPN

Avion Drayton-Bailey has been a Registered Nurse for more than 20 years with five years of experience as Registered Psychiatric Nurse. She’s currently the First Vice President of the Trinidad and Tobago National Nursing Association and Region IV Director of the Caribbean Nurses Organization. Previously, she was a cardiology nurse manager at Eric Williams Medical Sciences Complex and worked offshore for three years as a Vessel Registered Nurse/Medic on various Dive Sea Vessels.

Ms. Drayton-Bailey is a part-time lecturer at the University of Trinidad and Tobago, she’s taught courses at the University of the West Indies and owns and manages Avion’s Events and Catering Services. She can be found every Thursday on I95.5 FM where she co-hosts the weekly nursing programme “TTNNA Talks!”

Katrina J. Johnson, MSN/Ed, RN

Katrina Johnson has served in the roles of nurse manager, assistant nurse manager/educator and simulation coordinator in women’s and perinatal health.

Katrina is a passionate, committed patient advocate of women and newborns by supporting them through equitable, culturally sensitive care.

Katrina has been an AWHONN member for over 15+ years. She’s currently a perinatal safety nurse, AWHONN intermediate and advanced fetal monitoring instructor/mentor, Neonatal Resuscitation, BLS instructor and TeamSTEPPS master trainer.

Ashley Rainey, MSN, RNC-OB, IAP

Ashley Rainey has a deep-seated passion for perinatal care and is currently the Clinical Director for the Women, Children, and Families Commission for the State of Indiana. She performs various functions to promote clinical practice throughout the commission and for the 75 delivery facilities in the state.

Ashley is an esteemed member of Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society, alumna of the 2019 Maternal-Child Nursing Leadership Academy cohort, and involved with AWHONN nationally and locally. She’s currently seeking her PhD in Nursing Research student at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.

Dr. K. McLean, DNP, FNP-C, RNC-OB, RNC-MNN, C-EFM, CHSE, NEA-BC

Dr. Kandis McLean is a maternal health nurse executive with over a decade of high-risk maternal child health inpatient experience. She’s a content consultant for the National League of Nursing and National Certification Corporation. As the Director of Nursing for Planned Parenthood of Greater New York, she covers over eight sites across three regions.

Dr. McLean has been a clinical adjunct for maternal health simulation at Nassau Community College since 2021 and provides obstetrical care as a Family Nurse Practitioner for Columbia University. She’s a certified healthcare simulation educator and certified in inpatient obstetrics and maternal newborn nursing. Dr. McLean’s commitment is to ensure delivery of equitable, quality care with affordable access, and foster the growth of the nursing pipeline through nursing and community education.

Dr. McLean is on the New York Department of Health Maternal Morbidity Task Force (2023-2026) to actively reduce maternal morbidity by conducting research focused on vulnerable birthing patients with mental health and substance use disorders in the community.

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Cultural Exchange in High-Risk Nursing Education

Explore the opportunities available for nursing students through UNCF and HBCUs and discover how increasing diversity among nurse scientists can transform health care. Our guests discuss the importance of outreach, mentorship, and community support in nursing education, as well as strategies for building connections with funders. Tune in for insights into how you can get involved in supporting the next generation of nursing professionals.

Meet our Guests:

Allyssa L. Harris RN, PhD, WHNP-BC, FNAP, FADNL

Dr. Allyssa L. Harris is the Dean and Professor of the College of Nursing at Prairie View A&M University. She began her career at William F. Connell School of Nursing at Boston College, where she served as the Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner Program Director, achieved tenure, and was promoted to Associate Professor and Department Chair.

Throughout her 39-year career as a nurse and women’s health nurse practitioner, Dr. Harris has advocated for the care of women, children and families. She’s the author of multiple publications, serves on numerous professional organization’s committees and boards of directors including AWHONN’s Editorial Advisory Board for the journal, Nursing for Women’s Health (NWH).

Dr. Harris has received a number of awards and was recently inducted in the 2024 inaugural class of Fellows of Association Diverse Nurse Leaders (FADNL).

Cynthia Hearn, MS

Cynthia Hearn is a seasoned healthcare professional that worked as a licensed nurse for several years specializing in women’s health and lactation. In April 2022, she entered the field of higher education as a Relationship Manager and College Success Coach with UNCF (United Negro College Fund).

Cynthia has been successful in designing and developing a variety of wellness programs in the workplace. She’s passionate about helping students and enjoys forming partnerships with various professional associations. Her work with these organizations provides students with professional development, support through webinars, workshops, and mentorship all to help ensure students’ success.

Ambrose M. Price II

Ambrose M. Price II is a Senior Relationship Manager and College Success Coach for UNCF. His professional career in education finance has spanned over three decades working in the profit and non-profit sectors.

He most recently served in various roles in the financial aid office at Huston-Tillotson University. As a Senior Relationship Manager and College Success Coach, he is responsible for program management and provides wrap-around services to students in scholarship programs offering this value-added benefit.

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How UNCF and HBCUs Can Shape the Future of Nursing Careers

AWHONN Insights is your go-to source for candid nursing conversations with peers and experts alike. Our hosts and guests offer unique but familiar perspectives because they are perinatal nurses just like you. Join us as we dive into current nursing issues, challenge norms, and engage in real-world dialogue to affect change and drive solutions. https://www.awhonn.org/podcasts/

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