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2026 International Council of Nurses

NP/APN Network Conference

14 – 17 September 2026 • Nashville, Tennessee, USA

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ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSES:

UNITED FOR GLOBAL IMPACT, INNOVATION, AND CARE

Drive the future of advanced practice nursing forward in a collaborative environment that unites NPs and APNs from around the world

A premier global convening, with more than 2,000 advanced practice nurses anticipated from diverse regions across the world
Four stimulating days to foster global collaboration, shape the future of care, and elevate international practice
World-class keynote and plenary speakers representing leadership in education, research, advocacy, policy, and clinical practice
650+ concurrent sessions and workshops in international advanced practice nursing so you can choose the experience that aligns with your professional interests and goals
1,000+ podium and poster presentations emphasizing impact, innovation, and care in 8 categories of advanced practice nursing expertise
34.75 continuing education credits available—more than almost any other conference
15 preconference workshops for specialized and hands-on training from Vanderbilt’s faculty experts
A special celebration marking the 25th anniversary of the International Council of Nurses NP/APN Network

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EXPERIENCE MUSIC CITY, USA

Join us in iconic Nashville, Tennessee, known as Music City, USA

Nashville is famous for its musical roots with historic entertainment venues, recording studios, and honky-tonks that are essential to the city’s culture and serve as major attractions for visitors, aspiring musicians, and locals alike.

Nashville is a thriving city that has been recognized as a top travel destination. The walkable downtown offers live music on every corner, lots of Southern hospitality, shopping, and award-winning cuisine.

Plus, it’s easy to get here with an active international airport offering non-stop flight destinations and connections to hundreds of cities across the United States and around the globe.

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Vanderbilt University School of Nursing is proud to host the conference, with endorsement from the American Nurses Association (ANA), as it returns to the United States in 2026!

The International Council of Nurses (ICN) Nurse Practitioner/Advanced Practice Nurse Network (NP/APNN) was established to provide an international resource for nurses practicing in the Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) roles as well as interested others such as policymakers, educators, regulators and/or health planners. These roles (NP/APN) apply to individual nurses who have been prepared beyond the basic education of a generalist nurse and who have the relevant experience and additional education and/or training that allows them to practice in an advanced role. The titles and credentials for these individuals vary around the globe but additional advanced education and/or training remains consistent.

Network goals

The International Council of Nurses (ICN) Nurse Practitioner/Advanced Practice Nurse Network (NP/APNN) key goals:

Making relevant and timely information about practice, education, role development, research, policy and regulatory developments, and appropriate events widely available;

Providing a forum for sharing and exchange of knowledge expertise and experience;

Supporting nurses and countries who are in the process of introducing or developing NP or ANP roles and practice;

Accessing international resources that are pertinent to this field.

member benefits

The network provides an evolving forum for discussion, follows trends in the field, and disseminates relevant and timely information. The Core Steering Group and Subgroups provide the leadership and infrastructure necessary to facilitate the aims and objectives of the network. Members of these groups are nurses or interested others committed to providing support for the presence, initiation and maintenance of NP/APN roles globally.

our Programs

The network uses an informal model of organization and functions in collaboration with, and under the umbrella of, the International Council of Nurses (ICN). This provides a strong global dimension as well as international co-ordination and support for the work of the network. ICN’s policies and official positions on nursing and health related issues are accepted as the framework within which the Network functions. Representation from ICN is through a designated staff member liaison to the Core Steering and Subgroups.

ICN NP/APN Network Subgroups

There are 6 Network Subgroups:

Practice
Education
Health Policy
Communications
Research
Students

& members in 121 countries

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Acting as an international resource for nurses practising in Nurse Practitioner or Advanced Practice Nursing Roles roles and interested policymakers, educators, regulators and health planners by overseeing and supporting the development of research, projects and initiatives that assist the Network in strengthening the APN role.

Pushing boundaries, challenging inequalities, and taking a strategic advisory roles in regional, national and international health policy, and practice developments.

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