Get Involved
As a valued WOCN member we invite you to get involved with the WOCN Society and help us achieve our mission by taking advantage of these opportunities!
WOCN DAISY AWARD FOR EXTRAORDINARY NURSES WITH A BRIGHT FUTURE
Know a WOC nurse making an early-career impact? Now is the time to recognize them. Eligible nominees are tri-specialty certified, within their first five years of WOC practice, and consistently go above and beyond. This is an exclusive honor—don’t assume someone else will nominate them.
Call for nominations open through Friday, January 30, 2026
WOCN FELLOW PROGRAM
The WOCN® Fellow Program honors exceptional contributions to the WOCN Society and the WOC nursing profession. Through this prestigious designation, Fellows exemplify leadership, expertise, and dedication, shaping the future of WOC nursing practice and healthcare systems.
Applications close Friday, January 30, 2026
EARN CE WITH WOCTALK
Listen to WOCTalk podcast episodes and claim up to 17.75 Contact Hours for free. Enhance your knowledge, stay at the forefront of WOC nursing, and earn valuable continuing education credits.
Evaluations close Saturday, February 28, 2026.
WOC NURSE WEEK 2026
Celebrate WOC Nurse Week 2026 with an exclusive packet of resources for your celebration. Update your WOCN membership profile to sign up to receive promotional materials and ideas to engage with your colleagues.
Sign up by Saturday, February 15, 2026.
WOCN 2026 ELECTIONS
Voting is now open for the WOCN 2026 Election. WOCN Members are invited to take the time to cast their ballot for open positions on WOCN’s Board of Directors and Leadership Development Committee.
Voting for the WOCN 2026 Elections closes Thursday, February 26, 2026.
WOCN SCHOLARSHIP
The WOCN® Foundation Scholarship applications will reopen on February 1, 2026. Don’t miss your chance to apply for an Accredited Educational Scholarship or an Advanced Educational Scholarship and receive funding to support your professional growth.
SIGN UP FOR TEXTING
Get important WOCN updates sent straight to your phone! Opt-in for text messages to stay informed about events, deadlines, and exclusive updates.
How to opt-in: Edit your member profile, scroll to the Personal Information section, and check “Yes” for the texting option. Double-check your mobile number is listed in your profile!
VOLUNTEER WITH WOCN
There are so many ways you can use your skills to direct patient care, support fellow colleagues, build your leadership skills, and most importantly, transform care for individuals with wound, ostomy, and continence-related issues. We become stronger whenever a member shares their time, skills, and expertise. Click below to view current volunteer opportunites!
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Spotlight Program
The WOCN Society’s Member Spotlight Program is a monthly initiative to honor our incredible members. With 6,000+ members dedicated to improving patient outcomes every single day, we have important stories to tell. Submit yourself or a member today
FUND THE FUTURE
WOC nurses make a difference in the lives of their patients every single day. By “funding the future”, WOCN is able to create and grow a lasting network of certified WOC nurses, generate a heightened awareness of the WOC specialty, and further advance the quality of life for the patients that we serve.
Thinking of Becoming a Member?
Learn the benefits of joining and about our membership types.