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C.A.R.E. Symposium: Capacity, Allyship, Resilience, Equity: An Anti-Trafficking Movement [Title Slide]
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Abstract
The foundation of nursing lies in the art of caring, addressing emotional, spiritual, and psychosocial health beyond the physical. Jean Watson's Theory of Human Caring and the eighth Caritas Process, Co-Create, which focuses on creating healing environments at all levels, offers a guiding framework for nurses, healthcare providers, survivors, and community members to bridge divides created by social drivers of health, such as those perpetuated by human trafficking.
The inaugural C.A.R.E. Symposium: An Anti-Trafficking Movement offered a platform to address the global health crisis of human trafficking. It provided a collaborative space for community members and advocates to promote health equity through a holistic approach to care. Grounded in the C.A.R.E. mentality—Capacity, Allyship, Resilience, and Equity—the symposium focused on creating environments where survivors, those vulnerable to exploitation, and others affected by trafficking feel supported in healing.
Participants reflected on their roles in fostering such environments in clinical, community, and societal contexts. The symposium highlighted how integrating holistic care with community advocacy drives collective action and systemic change. Through dynamic presentations and collaborative discussions, attendees gained the tools to confront human trafficking and advance health equity.
Focusing on Co-Create, the eighth Caritas Process, the symposium emphasized nurturing physical, emotional, and spiritual spaces to foster resilience for individuals and communities alike. The event set a precedent for future collaborations on public health crises and demonstrated how integrating holistic care with community engagement can promote enduring health equity for all.
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Nu Xi at-Large
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Presentation
Format Type
Text-based Document
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Keywords:
Health Equity or Social Determinants of Health, Public and Community Health, Policy and Advocacy, Art of Caring, Caritas
Recommended Citation
Campbell, Shelitha R., "C.A.R.E. Symposium and Caritas: Co-Creating Community Engagement to Advance Health Equity" (2025). International Nursing Research Congress (INRC). 147.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/inrc/2025/presentations_2025/147
Conference Name
36th International Nursing Research Congress
Conference Host
Sigma Theta Tau International
Conference Location
Seattle, Washington, USA
Conference Year
2025
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C.A.R.E. Symposium and Caritas: Co-Creating Community Engagement to Advance Health Equity
Seattle, Washington, USA
The foundation of nursing lies in the art of caring, addressing emotional, spiritual, and psychosocial health beyond the physical. Jean Watson's Theory of Human Caring and the eighth Caritas Process, Co-Create, which focuses on creating healing environments at all levels, offers a guiding framework for nurses, healthcare providers, survivors, and community members to bridge divides created by social drivers of health, such as those perpetuated by human trafficking.
The inaugural C.A.R.E. Symposium: An Anti-Trafficking Movement offered a platform to address the global health crisis of human trafficking. It provided a collaborative space for community members and advocates to promote health equity through a holistic approach to care. Grounded in the C.A.R.E. mentality—Capacity, Allyship, Resilience, and Equity—the symposium focused on creating environments where survivors, those vulnerable to exploitation, and others affected by trafficking feel supported in healing.
Participants reflected on their roles in fostering such environments in clinical, community, and societal contexts. The symposium highlighted how integrating holistic care with community advocacy drives collective action and systemic change. Through dynamic presentations and collaborative discussions, attendees gained the tools to confront human trafficking and advance health equity.
Focusing on Co-Create, the eighth Caritas Process, the symposium emphasized nurturing physical, emotional, and spiritual spaces to foster resilience for individuals and communities alike. The event set a precedent for future collaborations on public health crises and demonstrated how integrating holistic care with community engagement can promote enduring health equity for all.
Description
The art of caring is central to nursing, shaping how we advocate for health equity. This presentation explores how elevating community voices through genuine co-creation fosters engagement and addresses critical public health issues like human trafficking. Grounded in the eighth Caritas Process, this session highlights the power of partnership to advance collective health equity. Participants will learn how co-creating with communities leads to impactful advocacy and transformative outcomes.