Mary Eliza Mahoney
Nurse and activist advocating for equality
Born
Died
1926
100 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
United States
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Became the first African American woman to earn a professional nursing license in the United States in 1879. Advocated for the inclusion of black nurses in the nursing profession and co-founded the National Association of Colored Graduate Nurses in 1908. Worked tirelessly to promote professional standards and equality in the field of nursing. Contributed to the advancement of education opportunities for black nursing students and served as a mentor for future generations in healthcare.
First African American woman licensed nurse
Co-founded National Association of Colored Graduate Nurses
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