welcome to azina
Empowering Nurses For A Better tomorrow!
Arizona Indian Nurses Association (AZINA) is a professional organization under the rules and regulations of nonprofit 501(c)3 organizations in the State of Arizona of the United States of America. The purpose of AZINA is to empower all nurses of Asian Indian origin for their personal and professional growth while contributing their best to promote a healthy Arizona.
Lakshmi Nair
MSN, PMHNP-BC
President
From the Desk of the President
It is my honor and privilege to serve you as the third President of Arizona Indian Nurses Association, the organization for all professional nurses of Asian Indian heritage in Arizona. Formed in the middle of pandemic, the organization has established itself as a strong presence in our community and for professional nurses through community health and professional development activities. AZINA is the winner of Daisy Team Award for advancing health equities in 2023 and the proud winner of Chapter Excellence award from the National Association of Indian Nurses of America (NAINA) in 2024. Thank you to all our members and leaders who inspire us every day in our mission to serve our communities and profession.
2nd Clinical Excellence Conference 2025
Clinical Symposium Featuring Medical Frontiers!
2nd Clinical Excellence Conference
AZINA CELEBRATES NURSES WEEK 2025
Our Nurse’s Day celebration is right around the corner! Join
Azina’s Mental Health Initiative
AZINA’s Mental Health Initiative Announced as a Beneficiary of a
our MISsION
AZINA is an organization for all nurses and nursing students of Indian origin/heritage, who currently reside in Arizona, to create a community of excellence in nursing through professional development and networking.
our VISION
To foster professional excellence in nursing and healthcare by empowering and revitalizing the professional and cultural identity of its members, enhancing their ability to contribute to the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities.
values
As an organization of professional nurses and nursing students of Indian origin/heritage, we are committed to:
- Caring, compassion, ethical values, and exceptional healthcare practices
- Client-centered helping relationships and advocacy
- Accountability and responsibility for evidence-based practice
- Continuous personal and professional development of self and others
- Collaboration and innovation
