ANIEA Idea Incubator

Shared Collective Approach

ANIEA operates as a shared collective, meaning:

  • Ideas are developed collaboratively, not extracted

  • Community voices are valued as expertise

  • Roles, ownership, and expectations are clarified upfront

Some ideas may remain independent projects. Others may evolve into co-developed programs, pilot initiatives, or longer-term partnerships.

Why ANIEA?

ANIEA believes education should be:

  • Grounded in real-world needs

  • Shaped by diverse voices

  • Responsive to communities

  • Connected to global and local impact

The Idea Incubator reflects our commitment to co-creation, mentorship, and shared learning across disciplines and communities.

ANIEA Idea Incubator

Have an idea for an educational course or learning experience, but need support shaping it?

Great ideas often come from lived experience, community work, advocacy, or frontline practice not just traditional academic spaces.

ANIEA’s Idea Incubator is an open, collaborative space for nurses, educators, community leaders, advocates, and partner organizations to explore and develop educational ideas that advance health, equity, and workforce development.

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What is the Idea Incubator?

Have an idea for an educational course or learning experience but need support shaping it?

Great ideas often come from lived experience, community work, advocacy, or frontline practice—not just traditional academic spaces.

ANIEA’s Idea Incubator is an open, collaborative space for nurses, educators, community leaders, advocates, and partner organizations to explore and develop educational ideas that advance health, equity, and workforce development.

Who is this for?

The CE Idea Incubator is open to:

  • Nurses and nurse educators

  • Community leaders and organizers

  • Public health professionals

  • Advocacy groups and nonprofits

  • Global health partners

  • Individuals with lived experience informing education

You do not need to be a nurse or affiliated with an academic institution to participate.

Types of Support Available

Depending on your needs and stage of development, ANIEA may offer:

  • Idea clarification and refinement

  • Audience and purpose identification

  • Guidance on structuring an educational activity

  • Support aligning content with nursing, community, or workforce priorities

  • Collaboration with nurse educators or subject matter experts

  • Exploration of CE eligibility or alternative educational formats

All support is consultative and grounded in respect for lived experience and community knowledge.

How to Participate

When completing the ANIEA CE Application—or a general Course Idea Submission—you may indicate interest in CE Idea Incubator support.

  1. ANIEA reviews the idea for alignment and feasibility

  2. A brief consultation or follow-up conversation may be scheduled

  3. Next steps are determined collaboratively

  • Non-Funding Disclaimer

    ANIEA provides consultation, mentorship, and collaborative educational development support. ANIEA does not serve as a funding body and does not provide financial sponsorship for submitted ideas unless explicitly stated in a separate written agreement.