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 Calls for Lasting Peace as Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Begins
ICN welcomes the implementation of a six-week ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, calls for sustained, permanent peace and emphasizes the critical need for long-term support and humanitarian relief in the region.
21 January 2025
World Economic Forum releases key messages from International Council of Nurses as Davos begins
On the first day of the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos, the WEF has released a video interview with Howard Catton, CEO of the International Council of Nurses (ICN). The video relays ICN’s key messages on the economic power of care and the need for investment in nursing and is a direct call for action to global leaders gathered in Davos.
20 January 2025
ICN NP/APN Network selects Nashville, Tennessee as site for 2026 Network Conference
ICN has selected Nashville, Tennessee, as the site of the 14th ICN Nurse Practitioner/Advanced Practice Nurse Network Conference. Vanderbilt University School of Nursing will host the event, which will be held 14-17 September 2026.
17 January 2025
ICN says top ten global risks in World Economic Forum’s latest report all have dire health consequences
The World Economic Forum’s new Global Risks report highlights the top ten major challenges facing the world, and all of them have dire consequences for the health and wellbeing of populations everywhere.
15 January 2025
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ICN Calls for Lasting Peace as Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Begins
ICN welcomes the implementation of a six-week ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, calls for sustained, permanent peace and emphasizes the critical need for long-term support and humanitarian relief in the region.
21 January 2025
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World Economic Forum releases key messages from International Council of Nurses as Davos begins
On the first day of the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos, the WEF has released a video interview with Howard Catton, CEO of the International Council of Nurses (ICN). The video relays ICN’s key messages on the economic power of care and the need for investment in nursing and is a direct call for action to global leaders gathered in Davos.
20 January 2025
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ICN NP/APN Network selects Nashville, Tennessee as site for 2026 Network Conference
ICN has selected Nashville, Tennessee, as the site of the 14th ICN Nurse Practitioner/Advanced Practice Nurse Network Conference. Vanderbilt University School of Nursing will host the event, which will be held 14-17 September 2026.
17 January 2025
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ICN says top ten global risks in World Economic Forum’s latest report all have dire health consequences
The World Economic Forum’s new Global Risks report highlights the top ten major challenges facing the world, and all of them have dire consequences for the health and wellbeing of populations everywhere.
15 January 2025