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Council of International Neonatal Nurses

COINN is the only international organization for neonatal nurses, established in 2005. Our specialty is relatively rare but important to newborns.

COINN is dynamic ever changing to meet the needs of neonatal nurses, neonates and their families. COINN officially incorporated in 2005 to act as the voice for international neonatal nursing and care. It is not an individual membership driven organization but rather a group that assists in working on global heath policy, advocacy, building capacity, and developing regional networks throughout the world, for nurses who specialize in the care of newborn infants and their families. Some of the nursing associations have become members of COINN thus giving their members access to COINN for education, practice, or research. This page is about sharing stories about neonatal nursing care, education, and research and building community.

03/24/2026

COINN has released a Global Policy Call: Investing in the Neonatal Nursing Workforce.

Aligned with the priorities of the World Health Organization and the United Nations, this call highlights the urgent need to strengthen neonatal nursing to improve newborn survival worldwide.

03/23/2026

Dr. Shela Hirani, COINN Board Member and Regional Director, will be contributing to two upcoming international conferences focused on breastfeeding and maternal care:

📅 4 March – 4 June 2026
Knowledge, Kindness and Connection in Lactation (Online)

📅 25–26 May 2026
The Grand Conference 2026

Her sessions will explore breastfeeding support, including barriers and practices among migrant and refugee mothers.

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03/22/2026

Early Bird registration for COINN 2026 is open — secure your place today.

Join neonatal professionals from around the world in Darwin, Australia, to connect, learn, and share knowledge that supports better outcomes for newborns and their families.

To make it easier to plan, the Pay Later option is available until 31 March — register now and pay your invoice within 30 days. From 1 April, full payment will be required.

Take advantage of Early Bird rates while they’re available and secure your place at this global event.

03/20/2026

🌍 On FrenchLanguageDay, we’re celebrating progress in making neonatal care knowledge more accessible.

📘 The of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) and the Paolo Chiesi Foundation have translated the Community of Neonatal Nursing Practice (CoNP) platform into French. The website is now available in French for neonatal nurses worldwide.

🔄 The COINN team will continue updating and expanding the French content as new materials are completed.

🌐 Expanding access beyond English helps strengthen training, support professionals, and promote more equitable access to care.

📩 Sign up to the mailing list to stay up to date, and we warmly invite our French-speaking colleagues to explore the platform and share feedback.

👉 https://www.conpcommunityofpractice.org/fr

03/11/2026

Congratulations to the Neonatal Nurses Association of Southern Africa (NNASA) on this significant milestone.

The Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) warmly congratulates our colleagues in Southern Africa on the recognition of neonatal nursing as a standalone specialty and the approval of the postgraduate diploma. This achievement reflects many years of dedicated advocacy, leadership, and commitment to advancing neonatal care.

Strengthening specialty recognition is a powerful step toward improving outcomes for newborns and their families. We celebrate this important progress and stand alongside NNASA in continuing to advance neonatal nursing both regionally and globally.

With congratulations and solidarity,
The Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN)

03/08/2026

International Women’s Day! 🌍💜

On International Women’s Day, the Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) celebrates the extraordinary women across our global neonatal nursing community.

As nurses, midwives, educators, researchers, advocates, and leaders, women play a vital role in advancing care for newborns and their families around the world.

We honor your compassion, expertise, leadership, and unwavering commitment to improving outcomes for the smallest and most vulnerable patients.

Happy International Women’s Day! 🌍👩‍⚕️💜

02/11/2026

Nurse leaders carry a lot — responsibility, decisions, people, pressure.

And too often, you’re expected to lead without real support.

That’s exactly why the Empowered Nurse Leader Summit exists.

This free, two-day virtual experience brings together nurse leaders and experts who are leading with clarity, purpose, and sustainability — not burnout.

🗓 Live on Monday, Feb 23 🎥 New pre-recorded expert interviews on Tuesday, Feb 24

If you can’t attend live, register anyway so you can watch on your schedule.

This summit is about protecting your energy, evaluating opportunities wisely, and leading boldly without losing yourself in the process.

🎟 Complimentary registration is open now: https://empowerednurseleaders.com/cake

01/28/2026

COINN and SIGNET Sign MoU to Advance Neonatal Skin Care

We’re proud to share that COINN has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with SIGNET, a global partnership to improve neonatal skin integrity through research, education, and collaboration.

This agreement is supported by COINN President Prof. Karen Walker and Board Members Prof. Miki Konishi and Prof. Marsha Campbell-Yeo, who also serve on the SIGNET Committee.

🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/eTG6bz6Q

🔗 Learn about SIGNET: https://lnkd.in/eD3_ZS7p

NeonatalCare

01/26/2026

Press Release Announcement

The Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) has published two official statements:

1. COINN Reaffirms Support for the World Health Organization

2. COINN Mourns the Death of Nurse Alex Pretti

Both press releases are now available to read on our website.

The Council of International Neonatal Nurses
www.coinnurses.org

01/05/2026

Final Call for Abstracts - COINN Darwin 2026
Submissions close tonight at 23:59 AEDT

Don’t miss your chance to present at the COINN 2026 International Conference in Darwin, Australia!

Conference Theme: Innovate. Influence. Inspire.
Conference Dates: 25–28 August 2026

Submit now via the ACNN Website.

01/01/2026

As we welcome 2026, COINN extends heartfelt thanks to our global neonatal nursing community.

Your commitment, compassion, and advocacy continue to improve outcomes for newborns and families around the world.

Together, we move forward, advancing neonatal care, supporting one another, and building a healthier future.

Happy New Year from all of us at COINN.

12/24/2025

The Council of International Neonatal Nurses wish all our members, friends and colleagues the warmest wishes for the season, and we hope for a New Year filled with health, hope and happiness.

With warmest wishes,
Professor Karen Walker
President of COINN

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