NO NURSE SHOULD SUFFER IN SILENCE.
At the Anti Nurse Bullying Alliance (ANBA), we believe every nurse deserves to work in an environment grounded in respect, dignity, and support — never fear or intimidation. Bullying in nursing is not “part of the job.” It is a systemic issue that harms nurses, compromises patient safety, weakens teams, and drives talented professionals away from the field they love. We are building a national movement to confront and end nurse bullying.
WHAT IS NURSE BULLYING?
Nurse bullying is repeated, harmful behavior that creates a hostile or unsafe work environment. It can come from colleagues, supervisors, or within teams, and it undermines both nurse well-being and patient safety.
Verbal Abuse
Demeaning, insulting, or humiliating remarks.
Exclusion or Isolation
Withholding communication, training, or opportunities.
Undermining Work
Sabotaging contributions or dismissing patient care efforts.
Intimidation or Threats
Using fear to silence or control.
Excessive Criticism
Unfair targeting or impossible standards.
Horizontal Violence
Peer-to-peer hostility fueled by stress or hierarchy.
OUR MISSION
The Anti Nurse Bullying Alliance (ANBA) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to confronting and eliminating bullying within the nursing profession. Our mission is to advocate for nurses, nurture safe workplaces, build stronger nursing communities, and advance the profession through education, awareness, and collective action.
WHY IT MATTERS
Nurse Well-Being
Bullying contributes to stress, burnout, and nurses leaving the profession.
Patient Safety
Fear and silence increase the risk of medical errors.
Team Integrity
Hostile environments weaken trust and collaboration.
Workforce Stability
Toxic cultures worsen the nursing shortage crisis.
HOW WE HELP
Support & Advocacy
Guidance for nurses experiencing workplace bullying.
Education & Training
Resources to help institutions recognize and prevent bullying.
Leadership Engagement
Encouraging accountability and policy reform.
Community Building
Creating safe spaces where nurses feel heard and supported.
TOGETHER, WE CAN END NURSE BULLYING
Silence protects the problem. Action protects nurses. Stand with ANBA. Support the movement. Help us build safer, stronger workplaces for every nurse.
Every contribution strengthens our mission.
Contact Us
We would love to hear from you.
Whether you are a nurse seeking support, a healthcare leader interested in partnership, or an ally who wants to get involved, ANBA is here to listen and connect.
All correspondence is handled with strict confidentiality.
Together, we can build safer, stronger workplaces for every nurse.