Empowering Future Nurses: Call for Applications to the 2026 Global Summit and International Nursing Conference

The stage is set for an extraordinary gathering of nursing leaders, innovators, and changemakers. We’re excited to announce the Call for Applications for the 2026 Global Summit and International Nursing Conference (GSINC) happening on January 22-23, 2026 at the prestigious Conrad Hotel Manila.

This year, an exclusive grant opportunity has been created to empower student nurses in the Philippines. The grant aims to give students access to pivotal conversations in nursing and healthcare, ensuring their voices are heard in shaping the profession’s global future. Through this support, the conference registration fee will be fully covered—students only need to shoulder their airfare/transportation and accommodation expenses.

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The GSINC is more than just an event—it’s a platform to connect with leading experts, learn from groundbreaking research, and spark innovations that will define the future of healthcare. For nursing students, this is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to be part of a global dialogue that influences both practice and policy.

📍 Event Date & Venue: January 22-23, 2026 | Conrad Hotel Manila
🔗 Event Registration: Register Here
📝 Apply for Student Grant: Click Here
🗓️ Deadline: September 15, 2025

Spread the word, tag your fellow student nurses, and don’t miss this opportunity to join a global community of leaders!

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