Surface – Awareness & Affirmation: The NLN ACE+ Series for Nursing Educators and Learners

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track features guests John Mikovits and Beth Hallmark. The discussion focuses on the NLN ACE+ Series, which equips nurse educators with tools to teach care for LGBTQ+ individuals and address health disparities they face. Drs. Mikovits and Hallmark emphasize the importance of affirming care and integrating LGBTQ+ content throughout nursing curricula rather than treating it as a special topic. They highlight the role of simulation and debriefing in fostering understanding and dialogue about LGBTQ+ health needs. The episode encourages nurse educators to embrace discomfort and engage in continuous learning to provide culturally competent care.Dedicated to excellence in nursing, the National League for Nursing is the leading organization for nurse faculty and leaders in nursing education. Find past episodes of the NLN Nursing EDge podcast online. Get instant updates by following the NLN on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky, and YouTube. For more information, visit NLN.org.