The Ukrainian Red Cross Participates in the International Council of Nurses (ICN) Congress in Helsinki

From 9 to 13 June, the 30th Congress of the International Council of Nurses (ICN) is taking place in Helsinki, bringing together participants from over 130 countries. The event unites professionals working in the field of nursing to discuss healthcare challenges and explore effective practices. The theme of this year’s Congress is “Nursing Power to Change the World.”

‌The Ukrainian Red Cross is participating in the event as a national humanitarian organisation with professional expertise in nursing. The delegation is represented by Hanna Glushchenko, Leading Nursing Development Specialist of the Ukrainian Red Cross. Also part of the Ukrainian delegation are Kateryna Komar, Chief Nursing Officer and Director of the Centre for Nursing Development at the Ministry of Health of Ukraine, along with Svitlana Tevs and Iryna Vernyhora, heads of regional professional associations from the Zhytomyr and Chernihiv regions. Representatives from the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies are also among the participants.

‌During the Congress, participants are learning from the experiences of their colleagues, taking part in sessions and symposia, and discussing tools to enhance the quality of nursing care. The Ukrainian delegation plans to apply the knowledge and insights gained to further develop professional standards in nursing.

‌The ICN Congress provides an important opportunity for the Ukrainian Red Cross to strengthen partnerships, share practical approaches, and engage with the international expert community on health workforce development. The Ukrainian Red Cross remains committed to supporting initiatives that enhance the role of nurses within Ukraine’s healthcare system.