The vision of NNASA  was born a number of years ago and was rekindled after I attended the 5th international Neonatel Nurses Conference in Ottawa Canada in 2005.There was an overwhelming concern for Africa expressed by all present and an international organisation COINN (Council of International Neonatal Nurses) was formed to try and aid communication between national neonatal groups and particularly to assist developing nations.

Founded in February 2007, The Neonatal Nurses Association of South Africa is hoping to improve neonatal care in our region despite the huge difficulties we face. We are hoping and praying that people will continue to join us, as there is strength in numbers and there is so obviously a desperate need for help and encouragement amongst all neonatal nurses.

Our committee consists of six dedicated neonatal nurses from around the province, who are dedicated to the the improvement of practice guidelines, resources, poor staffing and lack of training. We as a team would like to encourage all to share your thoughts, problems, insights, strengths, weaknesses, ideas and solutions with us.

Together we can reach for the Stars!

NNASA COMMITTEE

		Sr Ruth Davidge President NNASA, Director at large, COINN Neonatal Coordinator Western KZN Neonatal nurse since 1994
		Sr Ann Leslie NICU unit manager Life Westville Hospital Ann.leslie@lifehealthcare.co.za NNASA Treasurer
		Robyn Gilfillian robyngi@hotmail.com
		Lorna Ritchie 076979139@vodamail.co.za
		Joyce Zwane saneonatal@kzn.netcare.co.za
		Thoko Ndaba Thoko.ndaba@mrc.co.za

MISSION

In support of this vision we are committed to:

• Regular regional meetings.
• Annual national meetings.
• Provision of a news letter/journal.
• Formation of evidence based, best practice guidelines and policy statements.
• Promotion of a multidisciplinary, holistic approach to neonatal care.

Fostering of good relationships, sharing of knowledge and communication between neonatal units both within and between provinces and amongst provincial and private institutions. Liaison with other professional nursing organizations in SA eg Midwives and critical care nurse associations
Partnership with The Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN)

VISION

This association aims to improve the delivery of optimal, holistic nursing care for all babies born in South Africa through ongoing communication, support, education and setting of standards amongst neonatal nurses in this country and internationally.

PCO

The Conference Company
Nafeesa Ally / Nina Freysen-Pretorius
Tel: 031 3039852
Email: Nafeesa@confco.co.za