Socio-economic welfare
ICN works to influence nursing, health and social policy, professional and socio-economic standards worldwide.
Resources
23rd Asia Workforce Forum communiqué (2025)
22nd Asia Workforce Forum communiqué (2024)
African National Nursing Associations communique following ODENNA Training programme (March 2024)
International Workforce Forum (2024)
Ageing well? Policies to support older nurses at work (2020)
International Workforce Forum 2019
19th Asian Workforce Forum communiqué (2018)
Partners
The International Centre on Nurse Migration (ICNM) serves as a comprehensive knowledge resource created by CGFNS International Inc. (CGFNS) in partnership with the International Council of Nurses (ICN). ICNM emphasizes the development, promotion and dissemination of research, policy and information on global nurse migration and human resources in nursing. This resource center features news, resources, and publications widely available to policy makers, planners and practitioners.
News
ICN convenes nursing leaders across the Middle East as conflict deepens
The International Council of Nurses (ICN) has convened national nursing associations from across the Middle East and Gulf region as nurses continue to work under mounting pressure caused by escalating conflict, displacement and disruption to health services.
12 March 2026
International Council of Nurses welcomes Kazakhstan as newest member, strengthening the global voice of nursing
The International Council of Nurses (ICN), a federation of more than 140 national nursing associations worldwide, is pleased to announce that the Republican Public Association of Nursing Specialists of Kazakhstan, PARYZ, has joined ICN as its newest member.
11 March 2026
On International Women’s Day ICN calls for rights, justice and action for women and girls
Ahead of International Women’s Day on 8 March, the International Council of Nurses (ICN) is calling for renewed commitment to women’s rights and concrete action to advance gender equality and improve the health and wellbeing of women and girls around the world.
6 March 2026
ICN Monthly Update February 2026
Welcome to the ICN Monthly Update! We are pleased to offer a summary of our endeavors, achievements, and notable events. We invite you to explore the latest developments, discoveries, and highlights within our community. Thank you for choosing to stay informed and engaged with us through our Monthly Update!
5 March 2026
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#NursesforPeace
ICN convenes nursing leaders across the Middle East as conflict deepens
The International Council of Nurses (ICN) has convened national nursing associations from across the Middle East and Gulf region as nurses continue to work under mounting pressure caused by escalating conflict, displacement and disruption to health services.
12 March 2026
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International Council of Nurses welcomes Kazakhstan as newest member, strengthening the global voice of nursing
The International Council of Nurses (ICN), a federation of more than 140 national nursing associations worldwide, is pleased to announce that the Republican Public Association of Nursing Specialists of Kazakhstan, PARYZ, has joined ICN as its newest member.
11 March 2026
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United Nations
On International Women’s Day ICN calls for rights, justice and action for women and girls
Ahead of International Women’s Day on 8 March, the International Council of Nurses (ICN) is calling for renewed commitment to women’s rights and concrete action to advance gender equality and improve the health and wellbeing of women and girls around the world.
6 March 2026
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Newsletter
ICN Monthly Update February 2026
Welcome to the ICN Monthly Update! We are pleased to offer a summary of our endeavors, achievements, and notable events. We invite you to explore the latest developments, discoveries, and highlights within our community. Thank you for choosing to stay informed and engaged with us through our Monthly Update!
5 March 2026