Florence Nightingale (1820-1910), an English statistician and the founder of modern nursing, was born in Florence, Italy. She was an inspirational person with a passion for serving and care. As an example, she cared for wounded soldiers in the Crimean War. Nightingale was not only the founder of nursing, but she was also an acclaimed and compassionate statistician who, among others, pioneered visual statistics.
To honor this pioneer, the Florence Nightingale Award will be given to the most outstanding eligible candidate who has demonstrated exceptional scholarship. Candidates with a record of service and commitment to honorable causes, who have helped to raise the standing of disadvantaged groups in society including women and minorities, have been identified and the Finalists will participate in this virtual session, open to IBS members and non-members.
The plan is to hold two one-hour sessions so that everyone can be judged. This is session #1. Participating in this session are the following Finalists:
- Diribsa Tsegaye Bedada
- Ulrich Kemmo Tsafack
- Nabajja Hawah
- Habtamu Tilaye Wubetie
Congratulations to our Finalists! Please join us to honor them and enjoy their 15-minute talks. This session will be held via Zoom.