Men of Honor
The Most Impactful Men in Nursing™
Celebrating Strength. Honoring Leadership. Defining Legacy.
A National Tribute to Men Who
Lead, Heal, and Inspire
The Men of Honor Recognition Program is The Nurses Magazine®'s premier annual tribute to male nursing professionals who have redefined what leadership looks like in healthcare. These honorees represent clinical excellence, policy influence, academic achievement, community impact, and a lifelong commitment to elevating the nursing profession.
Now entering its 2027 installment — moving to the energy of Las Vegas, Nevada — the program continues to set the national standard for recognizing men who have made an undeniable mark on nursing and on the lives they serve. All honorees are featured in The Nurses Magazine® print and digital editions, reaching a combined audience of 6.3M+ annually.
One Night. One Ceremony.
A Defining Legacy.
Join nursing professionals, leaders, educators, and healthcare innovators for an unforgettable evening of formal recognition, peer networking, and professional celebration in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Men of Honor 2027 — Gala Recognition Ceremony
The Most Impactful Men in Nursing™What to expect
- Black Tie formal gala recognition ceremony
- Recognition across 6 leadership pillars
- Networking with national nursing leaders
- Red carpet and professional photography
- Feature in The Nurses Magazine® print & digital
Key dates
- Nominations open: January 6, 2027
- Nominations deadline: March 31, 2027
- Honorees notified: April 30, 2027
- Profiles published: May 2027
- Gala ceremony: June 12, 2027
Six Pillars of Impact — Click to View Criteria
The Men of Honor program recognizes male nursing professionals across six pillars of impact — each representing a dimension of leadership that shapes the future of healthcare. Click any pillar to expand full eligibility criteria.
Key Dates for 2027
January 6, 2027
Nominations Open
Online nomination portal opens for public submissions
March 31, 2027
Nomination Deadline
All submissions must be received by 11:59 PM ET
April 30, 2027
Honorees Notified
Selection committee announces honoree selections
May 2027
Profiles Published
Honoree spotlights featured in The Nurses Magazine® digital and print editions
June 12, 2027
Men of Honor Gala — Las Vegas, Nevada
Formal recognition ceremony, networking reception, and celebration
How Honorees Are Selected
Timeline
- Nominations open: January 6, 2027
- Nominations deadline: March 31, 2027
- Honorees notified: April 30, 2027
- Honorees announced: June 12, 2027
Eligibility
- Licensed RN, APRN, NP, CRNA, CNM, or equivalent credential
- Minimum three years of active practice or professional contribution
- Open to U.S. and internationally practicing nurses
- Self-nominations accepted and encouraged
- One nomination per nominee per pillar
- All nominees must attend the ceremony in Las Vegas, June 12, 2027
- Nominee receives 50% off original ticket price (code at notification)
Five-Step Selection Process
Why Men of Honor Matters
Men in nursing are leaders, healers, and innovators who have always been at the heart of this profession. Recognition of their leadership drives professional advancement across the entire healthcare system and inspires the next generation of male nurses.
Transparency, Eligibility & Participation Policy
The Nurses Magazine® is committed to conducting the Men of Honor program with the highest standards of fairness, integrity, and public trust.
Free Nominations
Submitting a nomination is completely free of charge. There is no application fee, submission fee, or processing charge at any stage of the nomination process.
No Purchase Required to Be Honored
Making a purchase of any kind — tickets, advertising, magazine features, or sponsorship packages — has no bearing on a nominee's eligibility or selection. Honorees are chosen exclusively on merit.
Separation of Recognition & Sponsorship
Sponsorship of Men of Honor is a distinct program from the honoree selection process. Sponsors receive event and marketing benefits; sponsorship does not influence any selection outcome.
Integrity & Public Trust
Any attempt to manipulate or misrepresent the selection process will result in disqualification. TNM reserves the right to revoke recognition if post-announcement information reveals eligibility violations.
⚠ Attendance Is Required
All nominees, finalists, and honorees must attend the Men of Honor gala to receive recognition and maintain eligibility. This policy ensures every honoree is personally celebrated and that the integrity of the ceremony is preserved. The ceremony takes place June 12, 2027 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Nominations for individuals who confirm they cannot attend will not be accepted. Nominees receive 50% off the original ticket price.
Submit Your Nomination
Select your recognition pillar first — the form will show the fields relevant to that category.
Men of Honor 2027 — Nomination Form
The Most Impactful Men in Nursing™ · June 12, 2027 · Las Vegas, Nevada
Nomination Received — Thank You!
Your nomination has been submitted successfully. You will receive a confirmation email shortly. Honorees will be notified by April 30, 2027.
Select the pillar you are nominating this individual for. The form will then show only the fields relevant to that pillar.
Be specific — include years of experience, programs built, patient outcomes, policies changed, or communities served. Stronger statements receive more committee consideration.
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