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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ICN raises grave concerns over plight of innocents, including children, caught up in conflict zones
ICN has once again raised its grave concerns about the threats to health of people who are caught up in war zones, many of whom are being illegally subjected to inhuman living conditions.
15 May 2025
ICN’s #NursesforPeace humanitarian fund finances new leadership development programme for Ukrainian nurses working in crisis response and recovery
The International Council of Nurses has launched a new leadership programme for experienced nurses who are responding to the current crisis in Ukraine, brought about by the invasion and ongoing war with Russia.
14 May 2025
Caring with Courage series changing the perception of nursing and highlighting nurses’ multifaceted leadership roles
ICN says the launch of the second series of BBC Storyworks Caring with Courage films, together with the first series, captures the reality of nursing today. The two series showcase the impact of nurses around the world as they work to deliver practical solutions to major health challenges and reduce the burden of ill health.
12 May 2025
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ICN raises grave concerns over plight of innocents, including children, caught up in conflict zones
ICN has once again raised its grave concerns about the threats to health of people who are caught up in war zones, many of whom are being illegally subjected to inhuman living conditions.
15 May 2025
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#NursesforPeace
ICN’s #NursesforPeace humanitarian fund finances new leadership development programme for Ukrainian nurses working in crisis response and recovery
The International Council of Nurses has launched a new leadership programme for experienced nurses who are responding to the current crisis in Ukraine, brought about by the invasion and ongoing war with Russia.
14 May 2025
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Caring with Courage series changing the perception of nursing and highlighting nurses’ multifaceted leadership roles
ICN says the launch of the second series of BBC Storyworks Caring with Courage films, together with the first series, captures the reality of nursing today. The two series showcase the impact of nurses around the world as they work to deliver practical solutions to major health challenges and reduce the burden of ill health.
12 May 2025