Lillian Wald (American nurse)

Lillian Wald was an influential American nurse and social reformer credited with pioneering community health nursing in the United States. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, she founded the Henry Street Settlement in New York City, providing healthcare and social services to underserved urban populations. Wald emphasized the importance of preventive care and addressing social factors affecting health, helping to shape modern public health and nursing practices. Her work not only expanded access to healthcare for vulnerable communities but also advanced the role of nurses as vital contributors to social justice and health equity.