Strategic Plan

NSH Strategic Plan

The board of directors adopted the 2022 Strategic Plan on January 25, 2022, based on the work completed during our first in-person meeting in two years, November 10-11, 2021. The work builds on the 2020 plan created by our board and volunteer leaders. Our vision and mission have been updated to remain true to our core purpose while recognizing the rapidly changing world around us.

Our Vision

A recognized profession of global histotechnology leaders, integrated into quality patient care and included at the policy and clinical tables.

Our Mission

To improve patient outcomes by shaping histotechnology through a global community of professionals committed to education, advocacy, and quality care.

What: Our Strategic Pillars

Advocate:  Advocating for public and professional recognition
Diversify:  Diversifying and expanding membership
Educate:  Expanding knowledge, education, and resources

How:  We Will Deliver On Our Strategic Pillars

Connecting histotechnicians and histotechnologists globally.
Empowering the profession through its education and advocacy.
Innovating in our program and content delivery. 

Why:  What Will Be Different

Improved Integrated Solutions & Healthcare System Efficiency:  Recognized member the laboratory medicine team.
Professional Status: Influencers and advocates for anatomic pathology laboratory science.
Career Development: Innovative programs and services to optimum markets.
NSH Brand Reputation: Prominent Global "go to" histotechnology society.
NSH Accessibility & Sustainability: A solid, adaptable infrastructure.


Pillar I

Advocate

Pillar II

Diversify

Pillar III

Educate