This session will focus on insights and imperatives from the latest State of the World’s Nursing Report, emphasizing the critical need for investments in the nursing workforce. The report’s findings will highlight global nursing workforce gaps, essential policy actions, and the direct impact of nursing investment on health systems, gender equity, and economic advancement.

Panelists from global health, policy, and nursing education will discuss how a well-supported nursing workforce is foundational not only for improved health outcomes but also for achieving broader social and economic goals. Attendees will gain an understanding of the urgency behind strengthening nursing education, workforce sustainability, and leadership development as essential components of a safer, more equitable global health system.

This nursing continuing professional development activity is accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

This session brings together leaders in global health, humanitarian care, and peace advocacy to discuss the essential role of healthcare in promoting peace and stability in conflict zones. The panellists will share their experiences and insights on delivering compassionate, effective healthcare amidst conflict, addressing the challenges faced in these environments, and the transformative impact of health as a foundation for peacebuilding. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the intersection between health and peace, exploring how healthcare initiatives can foster resilience, restore dignity, and support communities in crisis.