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.
News
Remembering the Life of Winifred Logan, Executive Director at ICN 1978-1980
Executive Director at ICN 1978- 1980
11 April 2025
ICN endorses World Health Day theme and urges immediate investment in nursing to support maternal and newborn health
ICN strongly supports the 2025 World Health Day theme focusing on maternal and newborn health and emphasizes the urgent need for increased recognition and investment in nursing as the path to effective and accessible care for all women and children.
7 April 2025
Health workforce safety is patient safety
Leaders of WHPA member organizations at the 7th Global Ministerial Summit on Patient Safety have stressed how health workforce shortages put patients’ safety at risk. The Summit takes place in Manila, Philippines on 3-4 April 2025.
3 April 2025
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Remembering the Life of Winifred Logan, Executive Director at ICN 1978-1980
Executive Director at ICN 1978- 1980
11 April 2025
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ICN endorses World Health Day theme and urges immediate investment in nursing to support maternal and newborn health
ICN strongly supports the 2025 World Health Day theme focusing on maternal and newborn health and emphasizes the urgent need for increased recognition and investment in nursing as the path to effective and accessible care for all women and children.
7 April 2025
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Health workforce safety is patient safety
Leaders of WHPA member organizations at the 7th Global Ministerial Summit on Patient Safety have stressed how health workforce shortages put patients’ safety at risk. The Summit takes place in Manila, Philippines on 3-4 April 2025.
3 April 2025