Panel discussion: The state of the world’s nursing – a considered (Australian and New Zealand) reflection
| Wednesday, July 17, 2024 |
| 9:45 AM - 10:30 AM |
| Waterfront Rooms 1, 2, and 3 |
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The state of the world’s nursing – a considered (Australian and New Zealand) reflection
In his opening address, Howard Catton, CEO of The International Council of Nurses (ICN) set out his perspective on the ‘State of the World’s Nursing’ and the challenges that face global healthcare. The UN Sustainable Development Goals are an important focus for healthcare systems and a barometer for how well global health is developing. Catton highlighted the pinnacle role of nurses and nursing in achieving these Sustainable Development Goals and the concern that the ICN has about global nursing shortages and its impact on achieving these goals. In this discussion we will discuss this perspective and consider an Australian context. What role does Australian nursing play in this agenda beyond servicing the supply chain? What challenges does Australia face in achieving these Sustainable Development Goals given the state of Australian healthcare, especially in rural and remote contexts? What are our global responsibilities? Are our nursing education programmes fit for ‘global’ purpose? These questions and others will be addressed in this panel discussion.
Facilitator
Brendan McCormack
Head of School and Dean
The University of Sydney
Panellist
Frank Donnelly
Dean and Head of School
The University of Adelaide
Holly Northam
Director Of Linmen
University of Canberra
Nicolette Sheridan
Head of School
Massey University
Karen Strickland
Executive Dean
Edith Cowan University
Debra Thoms
Council of Deans of Nursing & Midwifery (ANZ)
