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Mission
The mission of Global Action In Nursing (GAIN) at George Mason University is to bridge the gap between classroom education and real-world health challenges. We exist to empower students to gain a broader perspective on health disparities, take tangible action through ethical service, and advance the role of nursing leadership in an interconnected world.

Membership Benefits
No Fees: No dues, fees, or any cost will be bestowed on any member or attendee of GAIN and GAIN events. There is no financial barrier to participate or be a member of GAIN, as GAIN values your time, participation, and status.

Clinical Skills: Access to exclusive "Outbreak Simulations" and field medicine workshops, kit building, collaboration with GAIN @ UCSF on events, workshops, etc. Enjoy guest speakers such as board-certified nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and other allied healthcare members as well as health IT, tech, and other interrelated fields. Practice learning, hearing, and evaluating different aspects of health within the bounds allowed by GMU and Federal/State Law.

Resume Booster: Gain literacy in Bioethics, Social Determinants of Health, Health Tech, Medical Geography, and more. GAIN is inclusive to all people, and we will hold events that cater to many fields as nursing is interrelated to every field. Participate in events and gain skills and endorsements from real practitioners.

Network: Connect with guest speakers from Travel Nursing agencies and Humanitarian Aid organizations. Additional networking will occur between students, recruiters, and local/international healthcare providers and networks. We value action at GAIN, and we will provide proper networks for participants to engage with.