FNBN Elects 2026-2028 Benchmark For Science Committee

FNBN ELECTS 2026-2028 FOUNDING BENCH MARK FOR SCIENCE PROJECT COMMITTEE MEMBERS AND OFFICERS

The Bench Mark For Science Project is a partnership with parks and recreations around the country to place storytelling benches in parks to raise the consciousness around the health sciences and community scholarship in culture and history. It is an intentional project to preserve the contributions of those lesser known individuals who have impacted our communities in extraordinary ways. The committee is comprised of five members who are a representation of nursing, medicine, public health and the community.

L to R: Denetra Hampton, Founder, Shequita Docken, Culture Scholar, Jacquelyn Claude, Public Health Scholar, Jamila Mott, Women's Health Scholar, Captain Ebony Ferguson, Health Science Scholar

Purpose of the Benchmark

A benchmark serves as a reference point that helps measure the community impact of scientific storytelling for For Nurses By Nurses Productions. In addition, it empowers educators, researchers and historians with stories of those who have impacted their communities beyond their disciplines. The FNBN Elect Bench Mark For Science Committee will:

• Define clear scientific and research priorities for 2026-2028.

• Set measurable goals for bench output and selection.

• Guide resource allocation and funding decisions.

• Foster collaboration across parks and recreations.

• Enhance preservation of history and social impact.

  
  

By establishing these standards early, the committee can maintain focus and adapt strategies as needed to meet evolving scientific challenges.

Research Quality and Impact

The benchmark must emphasize not only the quantity of research but also its quality and historical impact. This includes:

• Encouraging publication in reputable, peer-reviewed historical journals.

• Selecting individuals with clear missions or societal impact.

• Tracking contributions and other impact metrics to evaluate influence.

  
  
  
  

Collaboration and Inclusivity

Scientific progress depends on collaboration. The benchmark should:

• Promote partnerships between universities, museums and parks and recreation.

• Encourage culture and competence in research.

• Support multidiciplined cooperation to address national challenges in historical preservation.

  
  

Moving Forward

The FNBN Elect 2026-2028 Benchmark For Science Committee will serve as a foundation for effective community science building networks. By setting research priorities, measurable historical goals, and transparent processes, the committee can drive impactful progress in historical preservation.

Best,

Denetra Hampton, Founder