Who we are

The International Council of Nurses (ICN) is a federation of over 130 national nurses associations (NNAs), representing the over 28 million nurses worldwide. Founded in 1899, ICN is the world’s first and widest reaching international organisation for health professionals.

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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. 

ICN figures

  • Members

    130

  • Million nurses represented

    28

  • Years official relations WHO

    125

Discover our identity

Exploring ICN's mission, vision, constitution, structure, partnerships and opportunities

ICN mission, vision, constitution and strategic plan

ICN’s mission is to represent nursing worldwide, advance the nursing profession, promote the wellbeing of nurses, and advocate for health in all policies.

Organization

From strategic planning to operational implementation, ICN’s structure enables us to achieve our mission.

Partners

Working together with trusted partners, ICN is able to implement several projects supported by funding external to our core budget.

Foundations

Read about Florence Nightingale International Foundation (FNIF) and the International Council of Nurses Foundation (ICNF).

NP/APN Network

The ICN Nurse Practitioner/Advanced Practice Nurse Network (NP/APN Network) was established more than 20 years ago as an official ICN affiliate group.

Job vacancies

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