International Council of Nurses
The International Council of Nurses (ICN) is a federation of more than 140 national nurses associations (NNAs), representing the more than 30 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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Honouring the life and work of Professor Nick Hardiker
It is with profound sorrow that the International Council of Nurses (ICN) announces the passing of Professor Nick Hardiker, RN, PhD, Director of ICN’s International Classification for Nursing Practice (ICNP) Programme, a pioneering figure in global nursing informatics, and a true friend to many at ICN.
17 December 2025
ICN President José Luis Cobos Serrano shares end-of-year greetings
We send our warmest wishes for a peaceful holiday season and a healthy, hopeful and fulfilling start to 2026.
17 December 2025
ICN Monthly Update October & November 2025
Welcome to the October & November 2025 ICN Monthly Update!
16 December 2025
The legacy of Fadwa Affara, RGN, MA, MSc, MEd
The International Council of Nurses (ICN) was greatly saddened to learn of the recent passing of Fadwa Ahmed Affara, who died peacefully in Edinburgh last week.
5 December 2025
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Honouring the life and work of Professor Nick Hardiker
It is with profound sorrow that the International Council of Nurses (ICN) announces the passing of Professor Nick Hardiker, RN, PhD, Director of ICN’s International Classification for Nursing Practice (ICNP) Programme, a pioneering figure in global nursing informatics, and a true friend to many at ICN.
17 December 2025
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ICN President José Luis Cobos Serrano shares end-of-year greetings
We send our warmest wishes for a peaceful holiday season and a healthy, hopeful and fulfilling start to 2026.
17 December 2025
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Newsletter
ICN Monthly Update October & November 2025
Welcome to the October & November 2025 ICN Monthly Update!
16 December 2025
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The legacy of Fadwa Affara, RGN, MA, MSc, MEd
The International Council of Nurses (ICN) was greatly saddened to learn of the recent passing of Fadwa Ahmed Affara, who died peacefully in Edinburgh last week.
5 December 2025