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 urges G7 to protect health workers as nurses stand in solidarity on the shores of Lake Geneva
Today, as the G7 summit closes in Évian, France, the International Council of Nurses (ICN) brings nurses to the lakeshore to demand protection for all health workers, directly across the water from where several of the world’s most influential decision-makers are meeting. Standing together to represent the 30 million nurses worldwide, they come with a clear call to urgently protect nurses and health workers in conflicts, crises and health emergencies.
17 June 2026
International Council of Nurses welcomes the Nurses’ Association of St. Vincent and the Grenadines as new member association
The International Council of Nurses (ICN) is pleased to welcome the Nurses’ Association of St. Vincent and the Grenadines (NASVG) as its newest National Nursing Association member, further strengthening the global voice of nursing and expanding ICN’s representation of nurses worldwide.
11 June 2026
ICN Monthly Update April & May 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!
11 June 2026
International Council of Nurses welcomes Urdhri i Infermierit të Shqipërisë as new member association
The International Council of Nurses (ICN) is pleased to welcome the Urdhri i Infermierit të Shqipërisë (Order of Nurses of Albania, AON) as its newest National Nursing Association member, further strengthening the global voice of nursing and expanding ICN’s representation of nurses worldwide.
8 June 2026
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ICN urges G7 to protect health workers as nurses stand in solidarity on the shores of Lake Geneva
Today, as the G7 summit closes in Évian, France, the International Council of Nurses (ICN) brings nurses to the lakeshore to demand protection for all health workers, directly across the water from where several of the world’s most influential decision-makers are meeting. Standing together to represent the 30 million nurses worldwide, they come with a clear call to urgently protect nurses and health workers in conflicts, crises and health emergencies.
17 June 2026
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International Council of Nurses welcomes the Nurses’ Association of St. Vincent and the Grenadines as new member association
The International Council of Nurses (ICN) is pleased to welcome the Nurses’ Association of St. Vincent and the Grenadines (NASVG) as its newest National Nursing Association member, further strengthening the global voice of nursing and expanding ICN’s representation of nurses worldwide.
11 June 2026
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Newsletter
ICN Monthly Update April & May 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!
11 June 2026
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International Council of Nurses welcomes Urdhri i Infermierit të Shqipërisë as new member association
The International Council of Nurses (ICN) is pleased to welcome the Urdhri i Infermierit të Shqipërisë (Order of Nurses of Albania, AON) as its newest National Nursing Association member, further strengthening the global voice of nursing and expanding ICN’s representation of nurses worldwide.
8 June 2026