Advocacy & Education

LifeGift Supports CompassRN Nursing Camp for Underrepresented High School Students

August 6, 2024

LifeGift proudly sponsored and presented at the CompassRN Compass to Nursing Camp held at TMC Innovation Factory. CompassRN, a nurse-led non-profit, provides mentorship and exploration in the nursing field for teens and young adults from underrepresented communities.

LifeGift’s vice president and chief medical officer, Yolanda Becker, MD, FACS, FAST and community engagement specialist Leslie Meigs-Torres, highlighted LifeGift’s organ and tissue donation programs. Dr. Becker addressed popular myths and misconceptions about organ donation, while Meigs-Torres shared details about her personal kidney transplantation journey.

LifeGift’s Ambassador of Hope volunteers Monica Emerson, John Sanson and Manuel Calderon shared their personal stories and answered questions about LifeGift’s Ambassador of Hope volunteer program.

“LifeGift is committed to community outreach by supporting initiatives that make a tangible difference in the lives of young people,” says Dr. Becker. “By investing in the future of healthcare, we’re helping to cultivate a diverse and talented pool of future nurses who will contribute to the strength and resilience of our healthcare system.”

“It was a great opportunity to collaborate with LifeGift and introduce students to the world of organ transplantation,” shares Renée Omoyeni, MS, BSN, RN, CompassRN founder and executive director. “Our objective is to provide aspiring healthcare professionals with early exposure to various nursing specialties and roles. Partnering with LifeGift offered students invaluable insights into the various opportunities within organ transplantation. We look forward to further collaborations to connect students with LifeGift volunteering opportunities at LifeGift and participating in their 2nd Chance Run.” LifeGift looks forward to future community initiatives with CompassRN to inspire students with a passion for healthcare, build confidence and cultivate a future generation of nurses that reflect the vibrant communities we serve.

LifeGift looks forward to future community initiatives with CompassRN to inspire students with a passion for healthcare, build confidence and cultivate a future generation of nurses that reflect the vibrant communities we serve.