In her speech, she recognized the inequalities in her nursing education, and in nursing education of the day. The NACGN members gave Mahoney a lifetime membership in the association and a position as the organization's chaplain.
During her address, Mahoney emphasized the disparities in nursing education that existed at that time, and also recognized the comparable challenges faced by other nurses. The NACGN members gave Mahoney a permanent position and designated her as their spiritual leader.