
Emerging Professional Voices
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Submissions for the 2026 cohort open soon!
A Showcase of Rising Talent in Nursing Leadership
The Emerging Professional Voices program recognizes nurse leaders who exhibit significant potential as health care leaders, embody innovation and influence and demonstrate exemplary leadership within their organizations, communities and the nursing profession.
Previously known as Young Professional Voices, this program honors exceptional nurse leaders regardless of age or care setting. The name change reflects our commitment to honoring all talented nurse leaders, including those who may be second-careerists.
Emerging Professional Voices is open to rising nurse leaders in all settings. Learn about the eligibility qualifications needed for nominees.
Important Dates
June 17 Application Deadline
Notifications to Nominee and Nominator Late Summer 2025
Selected Emerging Professionals Voices will:
Join a community of 12,000+ nurse leaders.
Be recognized in AONL publications, social media and at the AONL Conference.
Provide feedback on how AONL can continue to engage emerging professionals.