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Positive Social Change

Social Change is at the core of Walden's mission as a university. The sociological definition of social change is the "transformation of culture, behavior, social institutions, and social structure over time (University of Minnesota, 2016)." However, Walden University's mission of social change is even more succinct. It is "people working to improve the lives of others (Walden University, n.d.)." As a DNP-prepared nurse, examples of the kinds of positive social change you might advocate for include implementation of policy that decreases infection rates in a vulnerable population, organizational change to provide immunizations for older adults with limited access to insurance, or respite activities for the staff during work hours.

As an advanced practice nurse, you are and will continue to serve as an agent of change in all you do. Think about the positive impacts you have on patient care, the organization for which you work, the communities you serve, and even the field of nursing in the largest sense. Consider the ways in which earning the DNP degree will support you in your advocacy for positive social change and your commitment to fostering innovation for change in nursing practice.