Highlights from the 7th ESNO congress

The 7th European Specialist Nurses Organisation (ESNO)Congress, held in Zagreb from May 29 to 31, 2025,marked a pivotal moment for the advancement ofspecialist nursing in Europe. Centered on the theme“Green Future, Health Workplace – Nurse SpecialistLeading the Way,” the congress addressed pressingcontemporary challenges, including environmentalsustainability, workforce resilience, and patientcenteredcare. The event featured dynamic sessions,including the Hackathon, which fostered co-created,actionable strategies, and plenary discussions thatexplored the integration of innovation, leadership,and ecological responsibility into nursing practice.The congress showcased 63 scientific contributions,reflecting a robust commitment to evidence-basedadvancements across diverse thematic areas.Significant milestones included the official launch ofthe Foundation of Specialist Nurses in Europe (FoNSE),established to provide operational and technicalsupport to complement ESNO’s policy and advocacymissions, and the inauguration of the World of HealthJournal as ESNO’s dedicated scientific platform. Theseinitiatives demonstrate a multidimensional approachto empowering specialist nurses as leaders of systemicchange, underscoring the crucial role of nursing inshaping resilient, equitable, and human-centeredhealth systems. The congress outcomes emphasizethe importance of uniting scientific excellence withstrategic vision to navigate the complexities of futureEuropean healthcare landscapes.