nurses

"I like to think that I had no other wealth besides my work. And I have a titanic ambition: all my life I have been the first. At boarding school, at my doctorate, always. Some people seek early satisfaction, and that's not right. You have to give first and then wait!"

"! The old enmities imprinted into my mind by hearsay and history lessons were not so easily eradicated. Russia, the massive land in the east, always in search of outlets to the sea, of land and more land to satisfy its gluttonous cravings for own its own purported security, a ruthless giant dangerously dwarfing its smaller neighbors. Nonetheless, soon after New Year I took the train south and on a dull wintry afternoon arrived in , the camp for Russian prisoners of war."

"My station is in the heart of the breeding grounds for the majority of the Eastern North-American s. Except for a few, such as the and the which breed in , most of their s come to an end in this Canadian zone. My traps stand in the midst of the woods surrounding my house, their locations carefully chosen according to season and the species expected to be visiting them."

"Because it was an innovative position, seen as pioneering at the time, I could actually develop quite a lot of it in the way that fitted my ideals of multidisciplinary activity."

"Up until a couple of decades ago probably, sickle cell was very marginalised and quite neglected in terms of its status, if you like, within the hierarchy of illnesses."

"I sensed that this was a kind, caring woman who wanted to avoid hurting me. And then I discovered she was something called a nurse and I thought, nurse, I like the idea of that."

"That’s when I decided I wanted to be a nurse and I never changed my mind at all."

"I’m one of the patrons of The Sickle Cell Society, the national charity, so I am constantly aware that there are still areas that need to be improved, where there’s been, sadly, for example, a couple of deaths that shouldn’t have happened."

"During that time, I retained links with community nursing, but also with acute nursing by having a clinical link in an NHS Trust on a ward involved with the care of patients with sickle cell disease."

"I’ve always enjoyed working in a multidisciplinary context and very much in alignment with patients and their families."

"That has changed. There’s still work to be done, of course, but I’m delighted that nurses have played their role along with other professionals and families to ensure that the disease is fully understood, and treatment is available across the country."

"The story of Pilgrims is not just a historical chronicle; it is a tribute to the faith of the early pioneers, the spirit of the patients and their families who inspired its inception, and the skill and dedication of the staff, volunteers, and fundraisers who have worked tirelessly to keep the ship afloat over the past 40 years. It is a positive example of a small acorn giving birth to mighty oak trees."

"We remain the welcoming face that will guide people through some of the most difficult times, the support of the community fills our hearts with great joy as we continue our journey to help even more people each year."

"A Woman's life can really be a succession of lives, each revolving around some emotionally compelling situation or challenge, and each marked off by some intense experience."

"Any one who has ever asked Nita for the telephone number or address of one of her friends soon looks on in amazement at the address book which she produces."

"She also was vocal about the need to provide teaching on African heritage."

"As one journalist put it: she was a woman "for all people and the people's governor-general."

"She is remembered as a pioneer and "trailblazer" in the struggle for women's rights in the country."

"An active member of the Barbados Women's Alliance, she also advocated for amendments to the Bastardy Act, equal opportunities in girls' education, and adequate training in family planning."

"Famously outspoken, she was known as “the people’s Governor-General” for her warmth, wisdom and kindness."

"In spite of international acclaim, she never lost touch with the common people and was greatly loved by Barbadians."

"As a diplomat, she was highly respected internationally for her community service, her work in the women's movement, and her involvement in the struggle against apartheid. In her role as governor-general, she impacted all walks of life and took pride in her country."

"she became the Vice President of the African First Ladies organization following her election in 2008 at a meeting of African Union leaders in Sharm al-Sheik in Egypt. Her ascendancy to the seat was bizarre because she was not present at the meeting nor has she ever participated in activities that concern the organization."

"“Everyone was very kind to me.”"

"Her influence on women's rights is notable. Safia's advocacy for women's education and opportunities has had a lasting effect."

"“Princess Ademola is an historical role model for anyone entering the nursing profession and those who have committed their working lives to caring for others.”"

"Safia Farkash, the influential wife of Muammar Gaddafi, led a life of resilience, loyalty, and controversy, leaving a lasting impact on Libyan history and politics"

"Safia Farkash's diverse interests, strong family bonds, and unwavering support for Gaddafi shaped her intriguing and complex legacy, making her a figure of both admiration and scrutiny."

"I demand that the world community should help me to come in touch with my son Saif al-Islam, who has been isolated from all members of our family from the moment of his arrest,"

"she maintained a low profile during the early stages of their marriage, but she became a public person following the release on the license of Baset Ali al-Megrahi in 2009. Also, she went on to organize a party to commemorate the anniversary of the the1969 Libyan revolution that ushered Gaddafi to power."

"Ademola's patients apparently called her "fairy" as a term of endearment. "Everyone was very kind to me", she told journalists at the time."

"The widow of ousted Libyan dictator Moamer Kadhafi has urged the United Nations and the European Union to help her recover the remains of her husband and their son Mutassim."

"“Princess Ademola was obviously a strong-minded person. I think any Black woman who came to England at that time, and was successful, should be recognised and applauded. They showed such bravery. She was beautiful, she was a royal, so could perhaps have been anything she wanted to be, but she chose to be a nurse.""

"She is often seen as a symbol of loyalty. Safia's unwavering support for Gaddafi is a defining aspect of her legacy."

"‘Nurse Ademola’ played an important part in this as a uniquely feminine perspective. It ‘depicted an African nurse at various phases of training at one of the great London hospitals’, it was said to have inspired many African viewers at its screenings across West Africa."

"Maya Bello-Taylor (Oct 1, 2023) Princess Ademola - the African Princess who served as a nurse during wartime BritainRetrieved Jan 19 2025"

". I have also used mentors from all over the globe that I followed over the years to build myself. Learning from these people has helped me to navigate my space."

"It also tells me that, if you want something, you must carve the path for what you want. You don’t get there before trying to put things in order."

"You must start demonstrating competence, quality, consistency over the years. I feel that, with this appointment, it shows that no matter your background, you can achieve your dream. I come from a poor background"

"Once you know you are competent, you know you are qualified, and you get appointed, it goes to substantiate the fact that what you have worked for has come to light."

"Leadership positions have been reserved for men. After becoming the fourth woman vice-chancellor in the country, I saw it as a good sign that the world is ready to accept the leadership of women and also, being young, in terms of age, it also tells me that young people can also see a future – that they don’t need to wait until they are old before being given the opportunity."

"The training of a nurse or midwife is more skills-based, and so they are trained to care, not to write papers or research. But I decided that, once I found myself in academia, I needed to do what it would take to be a rounded academic – not only a clinical nurse, but to be able to have that tag of an academic."

"Nursing is not only a call to care for the human body, but also for communities."

"She deliberately doesn’t talk about her age, so it won’t affect the roles."

"A nurse’s presence with a client is a keystone for making professional communication."

"Nurse education is not just about disseminating information; it is about empowering individuals to make informed choices."

"Future nurses must learn how to study every day in tiny doses."

"Comparing the nursing profession in the United Kingdom, Canada, and other developed countries to Nigeria is like comparing honey to a bitter leaf."

"The goal of nursing is to enable the patient to achieve independence as quickly as possible."

"No one should be left behind when it comes to nursing and health education."