Abstract
BackgroundFundamental nursing responsibilities include health promotion, disease prevention, and alleviation of suffering both locally and internationally. PurposeTo examine the state of knowledge and provide clarity on the concept of social justice in global health. MethodUsing a modified Walker and Avant approach, literature was synthesized based upon discipline, including: nursing, public health, social work, philosophy, international law, international development studies, and religious studies. A theoretical definition, antecedents, defining attributes, and consequences were identified along with gaps in current knowledge and understanding. A model case was followed by direction for further concept development. FindingsSocial justice in global health nursing is a fundamental human right to be protected and a moral obligation demonstrated by action. It results in change that improves the health of individuals and populations both locally and globally by recognizing and confronting injustice, oppression, and inequity while promoting participation, opportunity, justice, equity, and helping relationships. DiscussionNursing must bring its unique perspective to policies and practices pertinent to issues of inequity. As the largest group of health care providers globally, nursing has the responsibility and political potential to mediate change and address factors integral to ensuring social justice in global health.
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