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 a strengthened code on international recruitment and a fair deal for countries that are losing their experienced nurses
The International Council of Nurses (ICN) is calling for the World Health Organization’s (WHO) code of practice on the international recruitment of nurses to be significantly strengthened to ensure a fair deal that includes proper compensation for source countries with far fewer nurses and weaker healthcare systems, and whose nursing workforces are increasingly being targeted by wealthier nations.
20 December 2024
2024 End of Year Greetings from the ICN President
This incredibly active year is coming to a close and I would like to thank all of you who have supported ICN and nursing throughout the year!
18 December 2024
International Council of Nurses: Humanitarian Support for Nurses as a Cornerstone of Our Mission
The International Council of Nurses (ICN) reaffirms its unwavering commitment to providing humanitarian support for nurses worldwide, emphasizing this as a fundamental pillar of its mission. In its latest update on the Humanitarian Fund and the #NursesforPeace campaign, ICN underscores the critical importance of extending assistance to nurses working under dire and often perilous circumstances.
17 December 2024
ICN Monthly Update November 2024
Welcome to the November 2024 ICN Monthly Update!
16 December 2024
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ICN calls for a strengthened code on international recruitment and a fair deal for countries that are losing their experienced nurses
The International Council of Nurses (ICN) is calling for the World Health Organization’s (WHO) code of practice on the international recruitment of nurses to be significantly strengthened to ensure a fair deal that includes proper compensation for source countries with far fewer nurses and weaker healthcare systems, and whose nursing workforces are increasingly being targeted by wealthier nations.
20 December 2024
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2024 End of Year Greetings from the ICN President
This incredibly active year is coming to a close and I would like to thank all of you who have supported ICN and nursing throughout the year!
18 December 2024
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#NursesforPeace
International Council of Nurses: Humanitarian Support for Nurses as a Cornerstone of Our Mission
The International Council of Nurses (ICN) reaffirms its unwavering commitment to providing humanitarian support for nurses worldwide, emphasizing this as a fundamental pillar of its mission. In its latest update on the Humanitarian Fund and the #NursesforPeace campaign, ICN underscores the critical importance of extending assistance to nurses working under dire and often perilous circumstances.
17 December 2024
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ICN Monthly Update November 2024
Welcome to the November 2024 ICN Monthly Update!
16 December 2024