ICN launches new Global Nursing Leadership Institute cohort, empowering nurses to address health challenges worldwide
Amidst increasing uncertainty worldwide, the International Council of Nurses (ICN) has launched the next edition of its Global Nursing Leadership Institute (GNLI). The GNLI 2025 programme brings together a cohort of 31 exceptional and diverse nurse leaders from 27 different countries, all united by one purpose: advancing nurse leadership to address the world’s biggest health challenges and strengthen the nursing profession.
In our changing and complex world, where health care is shaped by conflicts and climate disasters, rapid technological shifts, and the challenges of rising non-communicable diseases and aging populations, strong nurse leadership is critical. Completing the GNLI programme will equip these 31 leaders with the knowledge, skills, and power to influence policies and decision-making at the highest levels of global health.
Since its launch in 2009, GNLI, which is led by programme directors, Dr. Diana J. Mason and Dr. Patsy Yates, has shown significant impact, with graduates leading major health initiatives across the globe.
ICN's new President, Dr José Luis Cobos Serrano, emphasized the programme’s crucial role in developing the health leaders of tomorrow.
“Supporting nursing leadership has always been a fundamental pillar of ICN’s work, and GNLI is an important part of that.
‘GNLI supports nurse leaders to become experts in both local realities and global dynamics, developing visionary advocates who can navigate complex health challenges and drive meaningful change in their communities and in the wider world.