OUR VISION
To be a leading voice for advancing excellence and innovation in nursing and midwifery education and leadership across Australia.
OUR PURPOSE
To strengthen the capability, influence, and recognition of nurse and midwifery educators, fostering a vibrant, innovative community of practice that shapes the future of the professions.
OUR CORE VALUES
Excellence – We are committed to the highest standards in nursing and midwifery education and leadership.
Innovation – We embrace creativity and forward-thinking approaches to address challenges and drive progress in nursing and midwifery education.
Collaboration – We build strong connections and partnerships to share knowledge and strengthen our collective impact in nursing and midwifery education.
Advocacy – We amplify the voice of nurse and midwife educators in shaping policy and practice.
Integrity – We act with transparency, accountability, and respect in all that we do.
| Objective | Strategies | Indicators of success |
| Advance Nursing and Midwifery Education and Practice | Provide evidence-based position statements and policy submissions in response to national issues. Advocate for the role of nurse and midwife educators in shaping contemporary health care delivery. | Recognition of ANTS as a key stakeholder in nursing and midwifery education discussions. Publication and dissemination of policy briefs and position papers. |
| Foster Professional Connection and Collaboration | Represent the profession at national forums including those by the Federal and State Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer’s Create opportunities for members to share innovations, challenges, and expertise. Strengthen networking through online platforms, communities of practice, and events. Publish a quarterly e-Bulletin highlighting contemporary practice, research, and innovation. | Evidence of representation and contributions at national and state policy forums. Membership engagement with newsletters, forums, and events. Increased cross-institutional collaboration. Growth in membership satisfaction and participation. |
| Champion Research and Innovation | Support and showcase member-led research and educational innovation. Provide research and professional development grants that promote new approaches. Host conferences, webinars, and forums to share knowledge and innovation. Encourage peer review and dissemination of innovative practice through ANTS channels. | Annual increase in member research and innovation projects funded. Dissemination of case studies and practice innovations through ANTS. Recognition of ANTS as a national leader in education innovation. |
| Strengthen Professional Voice and Advocacy | Amplify the perspectives of nurse and midwifery educators in policy, workforce, and educational reform. Collaborate with key professional, regulatory, and academic partners. Confidently represent the views and values of members at all levels. Promote innovative solutions to nursing and midwifery educators workforce and educational challenges. | Evidence of ANTS’ advocacy influencing policy or practice. Established partnerships with key nursing, midwifery, and professional organisations. Increased visibility of ANTS in professional and public forums (social media). |
| Ensure Organisational Sustainability and Growth | Maintain financial stability through membership, partnerships, and grants. Ensure transparent governance and uphold non-profit principles. Explore opportunities for innovation and strategic investment to support long-term growth. | Balanced annual budgets and positive financial audits. Growth in membership and partner contributions. New revenue streams or partnerships generated through innovation initiatives. |
| Lead Professional Standards for Nurse Educators | Develop, publish, and maintain The Australian Nurse Educator Professional Practice Standards. Regularly review and update standards to reflect evolving educational practice, policy, and workforce needs. Provide guidance and resources to support members in applying the standards across diverse settings. Promote national recognition of the standards as the benchmark for nurse and midwife educators. | Publication of updated Nurse Educator Professional Practice Standards within the strategic cycle. Wide adoption of standards across healthcare, academic, and professional sectors. Feedback from members and stakeholders demonstrating relevance and impact. Recognition of ANTS as the national authority on educator standards. |