Accra, Ghana – On January 5th, 2025, the 3rd Annual Daisy Foundation Award Ceremony unfolded at the prestigious La Beach Hotel, bringing together a distinguished audience of healthcare professionals, dignitaries, and stakeholders in nursing and midwifery. The event celebrated exceptional individuals whose extraordinary compassion and clinical excellence have made significant impacts on healthcare in Ghana. The event was held as part of the annual Ghana Diasporan Nurses Alliance Gala and Fundraising and Dinner.

Organized by Daisy Awards Ghana in partnership with the Ghana Diasporan Nurses Alliance (G-DNA), Oxygen Health Africa and the Nursing and Midwifery Directorate of the Ghana Health Service,the event provided a platform to honor nurses and midwives who have gone above and beyond in delivering patient care.

The Daisy Foundation Award, an internationally recognized accolade, was established in 1999 in the United States by the family of Patrick Barnes to honor nurses who demonstrate exceptional clinical skills and compassionate care. Since its introduction to Ghana, the award has become a beacon of recognition for the invaluable contributions of nurses and midwives.

This year, a total of 13 individuals were honored, including two (2) Nurse Leaders, one (1) Nurse Educator, and ten (10) Clinical Nurses and Midwives from across Ghana, bringing the total number of honorees in Ghana to 25 since its inception. These awardees were recognized for their innovative and compassionate care interventions that have positively impacted patients and communities alike. The award categories highlighted various specialties, such as:,Maternal-Child Health & Women’s Health, Pediatric Nursing,Community Health, Surgical Nursing, Critical Care Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Nursing Leadership and Nursing Education and Mentorship

Dr. Nii Teiko Tagoe, the African Coordinator for the Daisy Foundation, commended the collaborative efforts that made the event a success. He remarked, "It was a refreshing sight to behold, watching nurses from the diaspora interact with their colleagues here in Ghana. I wish to extend special thanks to Mad. Eva Mensah of the GHS Nursing and Midwifery Directorate, Prof. Yvonne C. Mensah and Prof. Korkor Matilda of G-DNA, and Alhaji Abdusalam of Oxygen Health Africa. I look forward to your continued support, guidance, and advice as we enter a new phase of our meaningful recognition of nurses and midwives in Ghana." 

The ceremony was graced by notable figures in the nursing fraternity, VIPs, and leaders in healthcare, underscoring the significance of the event. The evening also served as a platform for networking and fostering stronger ties between nurses in Ghana and those in the diaspora. The benefits of the Daisy Foundation recognition extend beyond the awards themselves, inspiring recipients to continue striving for excellence in their respective fields while serving as role models for others in the profession.

As the 3rd Daisy Foundation Award Ceremony came to a close, Dr. Tagoe emphasized the importance of continuing to support and celebrate the efforts of nurses and midwives, whose dedication and compassion remain at the heart of healthcare delivery in Ghana. The event stood as a poignant reminder of the power of collaboration and the profound impact of meaningful recognition in advancing healthcare excellence.