I am extremely honored and humbled to assume the role of the next INANY president for the term 2025-2026. I heartfully thank you for your confidence in me taking on this responsibility, and I look forward to working with all of you for the upcoming term. I stand on the shoulders of  visionaries who have brought this organization to its present level of greatness. I reminisce about INANY’s growth from its inception to its current state and acknowledge the magnificent work of past presidents and committee members. I want to express my deepest gratitude to the founding members of INANY, a group of great visionary leaders of Indian heritage who came together and established themselves as the voice of Indian nurses. Their leadership and dedication have ensured that the organization grew to greater heights through education, professional development, networking, service, and community outreach.

We have a shared vision to keep INANY as an organization for all professional nurses and nursing students of Indian origin/heritage that creates a community of excellence in nursing practice and healthcare through networking and collaboration. As I step in as the next INANY president, I want to align our goals for the organization this term to the lessons I have learned and earned through my experience working in INANY in different capacities. “Commitment, Communication, Collaboration, and Community Service,” will be our theme for this term.

Our commitment to the vision of the organization and its members is to always be a voice for the needs of the Indian nursing community through education and advocacy, thereby helping them through their professional journey by improving credibility and visibility within the community and building ever-lasting relationships. Therefore, for those not yet members, I request that you join INANY by visiting our website, filling out the membership form, and inviting your friends and colleagues of Indian origin to participate by sharing the membership link with them.

Improving Communication through webinars, educational conferences, newsletters, and social media platforms ensures transparency within the organization. I also want to utilize these opportunities to ensure that INANY members receive opportunities to showcase their accomplishments and work to grow in their professional journey. Your hard work and dedication will not go unnoticed, and we are committed to providing you with the recognition and growth opportunities you deserve. We are here to support and encourage your professional growth. INANY offers financial assistance to students pursuing a career in nursing in the US through scholarships. INANY also plans to support student nurses by giving opportunities and resources for mentoring and preceptorship.

Improve engagement through collaboration within the community through partnerships with various Indian and local organizations by participating in charitable activities like health fairs and medical camps, providing health education, and participating in community outreach programs during calamities.

“A leader is only as good as their team.” I feel blessed to have a team of talented individuals as my governing board. Equally important is the role of my advisory board, which consists of our past presidents, including Dr. Aney Paul (our founding president), Ms. Sosamma Andrews, Ms. Usha George, Ms. Mary Philip, Ms. Tara Shajan, and Dr. Anna George as the advisory board chair, whose guidance will be instrumental in helping us achieve the goals we have put forth for INANY this term.

The strength of this organization is our members. You, the dedicated members, the advisory board, the executive board, and the governing board are integral to this association’s success. I urge our members to join us in our efforts by participating in various committees and activities and bringing forth your innovative ideas and suggestions. I thank all the devoted nurses in INANY who spend countless hours with dedication and passion to lead this association to a better tomorrow. I promise to work hard and selflessly with my team for this association’s growth and advancement.
Looking forward to all your support.

Sincerely,
Shyla Roshin, DNP, RN, CNS, ANP-BC
INANY President.