In a significant development for the nursing profession in Pakistan, a high-level delegation from the Young Nurses Association Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (YNA KP) met with Federal Health Minister Syed Mustafa Kamal in Islamabad to discuss critical reforms in the country’s healthcare sector. The meeting, led by YNA KP President Ms. Shaheen and attended by central and district leaders as well as a member of the Pakistan Nursing and Midwifery Council (PNMC), focused on the necessary modernization and strengthening of healthcare institutions.
The YNA KP appreciated Minister Kamal’s commitment to transparency, efficiency, and innovative reforms aimed at modernizing the health sector. The minister’s vision for comprehensive restructuring of healthcare institutions received widespread commendation from the delegation.
During the meeting, the delegation highlighted the urgent need to align the PNMC with international standards, emphasizing several key areas. Recommendations included the digitalization of PNMC operations, improvement in the quality of nursing education, resolution of challenges related to internships, elimination of corruption within the council, and the implementation of a robust monitoring system for nursing education institutions to guarantee quality and accountability.
The YNA KP also voiced concerns over the lack of implementation of key reform agendas by some employees within the system. They stressed that these reforms are essential for addressing nurses’ basic rights and long-standing issues faced across the country.
The association expressed gratitude to Minister Kamal for his openness, generous time, and positive response to the delegation’s concerns and suggestions. The minister’s encouraging words and constructive approach have further strengthened the association’s resolve to continue advocating for meaningful changes in the nursing sector.
YNA KP announced plans to strengthen national unity among nurses by collaborating with provincial chapters across Pakistan, including Azad Jammu and Kashmir. The association intends to hold a united front in Islamabad and conduct visits to other provinces to advocate for progressive reforms and address pressing challenges facing the nursing community.
The association called on all nurses and nursing leaders throughout Pakistan to remain united and steadfast in their collective efforts to build a stronger, more respected profession. YNA KP also extended special thanks to all district leaders who participated, underlining the importance of representing the voices of nurses from every part of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Together, the association affirmed their commitment to stand for progress and for the rights and advancement of nurses across the country.
