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.
News
ICN Chief Executive awarded Honorary Doctorate by Brunel University for global nursing leadership
Brunel University today conferred International Council of Nurses (ICN) CEO Howard Catton with an honorary Doctorate of Science in recognition of his exceptional contributions to nursing and education.
18 July 2025
WHPA urges WHO to maintain strong leadership on health workforce
In an urgent letter to WHO leader, WHPA is sounding the alarm at WHO restructuring which risks sidelining health workforce priorities
16 July 2025
Following FfD4 and BRICS summits, ICN warns that financing strategies must centre the health workforce
The International Council of Nurses (ICN) welcomes the agreements to strengthen health and development funding and revitalize multilateralism and global solidarity that emerged from two pivotal meetings.
15 July 2025
ICN Monthly Update May & June 2025
Welcome to the May & June 2025 ICN Monthly Update!
10 July 2025
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ICN Chief Executive awarded Honorary Doctorate by Brunel University for global nursing leadership
Brunel University today conferred International Council of Nurses (ICN) CEO Howard Catton with an honorary Doctorate of Science in recognition of his exceptional contributions to nursing and education.
18 July 2025
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WHO
WHPA urges WHO to maintain strong leadership on health workforce
In an urgent letter to WHO leader, WHPA is sounding the alarm at WHO restructuring which risks sidelining health workforce priorities
16 July 2025
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Following FfD4 and BRICS summits, ICN warns that financing strategies must centre the health workforce
The International Council of Nurses (ICN) welcomes the agreements to strengthen health and development funding and revitalize multilateralism and global solidarity that emerged from two pivotal meetings.
15 July 2025
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Newsletter
ICN Monthly Update May & June 2025
Welcome to the May & June 2025 ICN Monthly Update!
10 July 2025