Details of the Nursing and Midwifery Conference at Princess Nourah University
Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University’s College of Nursing is preparing to host Nursing and Midwifery Conference and Exhibition on Tuesday and Wednesday, April 21 and 22, 2026. This prominent medical event is held under the patronage of Her Excellency Dr. Fawzia bint Sulaiman Al-Amro, Acting President of the University, and will feature a distinguished group of experts, academics, and healthcare practitioners from within and outside the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The conference will take place at the university’s Conference and Seminar Center. This conference serves as a leading scientific platform aimed at shaping the future of healthcare by integrating innovation and sustainability into daily professional practices.
A pioneering journey in the development of healthcare and medical education
Historically, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has played a pivotal role in advancing the nursing profession, as healthcare has evolved from traditional practices to an integrated medical system based on the highest academic standards. Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, the largest women's university in the world, is at the forefront of educational institutions committed to empowering Saudi women in the healthcare sector. Since the establishment of its College of Nursing, the university has strived to bridge the gap in national nursing staff and graduate qualified female professionals capable of meeting the growing demands of the job market. Therefore, its hosting of such conferences is a natural extension of its long-standing academic legacy and its active role in the community.
Dimensions and impacts of the Nursing and Midwifery Conference at the local and international levels
The strategic importance of the Nursing and Midwifery Conference in its profound and multifaceted impact. Locally, the conference directly supports the goals of the healthcare transformation program within Saudi Vision 2030 by raising the quality of healthcare services and enhancing the efficiency of practitioners. Regionally, the event provides an opportunity for exchanging expertise among countries in the region and harmonizing medical protocols to address shared health challenges. Internationally, it positions the Kingdom on the global map of scientific research in nursing and highlights its efforts in adopting the latest medical technologies, thus reinforcing its status as a leading destination for healthcare innovation.
Empowering medical staff through modern technologies and artificial intelligence
The conference focuses primarily on empowering nursing and midwifery staff through vital themes including transformational leadership, digital technologies, and artificial intelligence applications in healthcare. It also places particular emphasis on the mental and professional well-being of practitioners, recognizing the importance of mental health in providing optimal patient care. The intensive scientific program includes 33 sessions discussing effective nursing leadership and innovation from concept to implementation. In addition, 17 specialized workshops will be held, addressing specific topics such as nursing informatics, knowledge translation, clinical excellence in wound assessment, and the application of emotional intelligence in the nursing workplace.
Stimulating innovation and entrepreneurship in the healthcare sector
The conference includes accompanying events that enrich the experience, such as a meeting of the deans of the 31st nursing colleges, and an exhibition showcasing the most prominent professional and educational services from participating healthcare institutions. It also features a dedicated poster session to present outstanding research projects and offers interactive consultations with experts. The event aims to stimulate innovation and entrepreneurship in the healthcare sector, in line with the goals of Vision 2030, through scientific and dialogue sessions, providing a platform for knowledge exchange between students and practitioners, and a unique initiative to prepare high school students for entering the profession.
In this context, Dr. Hanan Al-Harbi, Dean of the College of Nursing at the university, explained that the conference embodies the college's commitment to supporting scientific research and developing and empowering national talent capable of addressing evolving health challenges, in line with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030 to develop and enhance the efficiency of the health sector. She noted that investment in education, research, and innovation is fundamental to building a more sustainable healthcare future. This event reflects the university's efforts to improve the quality of healthcare, prepare highly qualified female professionals capable of competing globally, and support the Sustainable Development Goals.
