Subject: Invitation: ICN-WHO WHA79 side event
From: "Nursing" <[email-masked]>
To: <[email-masked]>
Date: Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:56:43 +0300

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SAVE THE DATE

ICN and WHO Co-Hosted Discussion on Strengthening Nursing Engagement in 
Global Health

You are kindly invited to an informal high-level discussion co-hosted by the 
International Council of Nurses (ICN) and the World Health Organization 
(WHO) during the 79th World Health Assembly.

Date: Monday, 18 May 2026
Time: 18:00–20:00 CEST
Venue: ICN Headquarters, 3 Place Jean-Marteau, 1201 Geneva
Format: Hybrid. Due to capacity restraints pre registration is required.

Please use the link below to register your interest in attending either in 
person or virtually.

Note: only those already attending WHA are requested to register for in 
person attendance.

This event will bring together senior nursing leaders from a wide variety of 
sectors and regions explore ways tostrengthen implementation of the Global 
Strategic Directions for Nursing and Midwifery, and the engagement of the 
nursing leadership in global health policymaking.

In-person participation will be limited (approximately 50 participants) and 
will include senior nurses attending WHA, such as government Chief Nursing 
Officers, association leaders, and representatives from regulation, 
education, and partner organisations that support nursing. Virtual 
participation will be available for those not attending WHA in Geneva. 
Preregistration is required but does not guarantee participation.

Confirmation of participation will be sent separately.

We look forward to your participation.

Howard Catton

ICN Chief Executive Officer

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The International Council of Nurses (ICN) is a federation of more than 140 
national nurses associations representing the millions of nurses worldwide. 
Operated by nurses and leading nursing internationally, ICN works to ensure 
quality care for all and sound health policies globally.

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