International Home Care Nurses Organization's

5th Global Conference 17-19 June 2026

When: June 17-19, 2026

Where: City St George’s, University of London, London, United Kingdom

Conference Theme: Caring Beyond Walls: The Power of Nursing in Homes, Communities, and Primary Care Settings

Conference Co-Sponsor: Association of District Nurse and Community Nurse Educators

Conference Co-Chairs: Mark Millar, Crystal Oldman & Susan Hinck

Plan ahead to join us! This conference will center around global perspectives, care across the lifespan, financial impact, just culture, policy influence, and innovation. Nursing contributions to research, education, leadership, advocacy, clinical practice, and digital initiatives in homes, communities, and primary care settings will be addressed.

Confirmed speakers include Howard Catton, chief executive officer of the International Council of Nurses (ICN) and Barbara Stilwell, head of the global advocacy campaign at Nursing Now and president of the International Collaboration for Community Health Nursing Research (ICCHNR).

Call for Abstracts – Now Open!

We are pleased to invite abstract submissions for the IHCNO/ADNE/City St George’s University of London UK Conference 2026. This international event will explore the vital role of nursing in homes, communities, and primary care settings, with a focus on:

• Global perspectives
• Care across the lifespan
• Financial impact and sustainability
• Just culture and workforce well-being
• Policy influence and advocacy
• Innovation and digital transformation

We welcome contributions in research, education, leadership, clinical practice, policy, and innovation.

Abstract Submission Details

• Submission Portal Opens: 1 October 2025, 11:59 PM (US Pacific Time)
• Submission Deadline: 31 October 2025, 11:59 PM (US Pacific Time)
• Submission Link: Submit your abstract here: https://app.oxfordabstracts.com/stages/79776/submitter

Presentation Formats:

• Oral presentations
• Poster presentations

Eligibility

• Abstracts and presentations must be in English.
• The first author is responsible for the content and all communication.
• Submission indicates intent to register and attend the conference if accepted.
• Presenters are responsible for registration, travel, and accommodation costs.

Abstract Guidelines

• Word limit: 250 words (body of abstract)
• Font: Arial, 12 pt
• Format:
• Block format (no paragraph indents)
• Single-spaced text, double space between paragraphs
• Content:
• Align with abstract type (e.g., practice, education, research, leadership)
• Spell out abbreviations on first use
• Additional requirements:
• State preference for oral or poster presentation
• Include 1–2 objectives
• Provide 1–2 key references

Review & Notification

• Acknowledgment of receipt will be sent via email.
• Notification of decision: By 31 December 2025
• Accepted authors must confirm participation by completing conference registration at: at: IHCNO, ADNE & City St George’s, University of London 2026 Conference • City St George's, University of London

Get Involved

Interested in becoming an abstract reviewer? Details will be shared soon.

For updates, registration, and full conference details, visit: IHCNO, ADNE & City St George’s, University of London 2026 Conference • City St George's, University of London

On behalf of the organizing committee, we thank you for your submission and look forward to welcoming you to London in June 2026!