International Council of Nurses
The International Council of Nurses (ICN) is a federation of more than 130 national nurses associations (NNAs), representing the more than 20 million nurses worldwide. Founded in 1899, ICN is the world’s first and widest reaching international organisation for health professionals. Operated by nurses and leading nurses internationally, ICN works to ensure quality nursing care for all, sound health policies globally, the advancement of nursing knowledge, and the presence worldwide of a respected nursing profession and a competent and satisfied nursing workforce.
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On International Women’s Day ICN raises concern about global backlash against gender equality and equal rights for women
ICN has raised serious concerns about the halting of progress on women’s rights and the backlash against gender equality, which were revealed in a report from the United Nations, published ahead of International Women’s Day, on 8th March.
7 March 2025
ICN Monthly Update February 2025
Welcome to the February 2025 ICN Monthly Update!
4 March 2025
ICN issues updated statement on health care in conflict, calling for peace and compliance with international humanitarian law
ICN publishes updated statement on health care in conflict in support of nurses who continue to meet the needs of victims of violence in combat zones around the world.
24 February 2025
ICN’s new guidance on integrating nurse leaders into heart of health workforce planning
The International Council of Nurses (ICN) has published a practical guide to including nurses in workforce planning decisions.
20 February 2025
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On International Women’s Day ICN raises concern about global backlash against gender equality and equal rights for women
ICN has raised serious concerns about the halting of progress on women’s rights and the backlash against gender equality, which were revealed in a report from the United Nations, published ahead of International Women’s Day, on 8th March.
7 March 2025
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Newsletter
ICN Monthly Update February 2025
Welcome to the February 2025 ICN Monthly Update!
4 March 2025
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#NursesforPeace
ICN issues updated statement on health care in conflict, calling for peace and compliance with international humanitarian law
ICN publishes updated statement on health care in conflict in support of nurses who continue to meet the needs of victims of violence in combat zones around the world.
24 February 2025
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ICN’s new guidance on integrating nurse leaders into heart of health workforce planning
The International Council of Nurses (ICN) has published a practical guide to including nurses in workforce planning decisions.
20 February 2025