Nursing leadership is complex and requires specialised knowledge, capability and confidence. The Institute of Leadership is where nurses build the leadership skills essential to patient safety, high-quality care and strong advocacy across the health system.
Your support helps make this possible. Donations fund scholarships that enable nurses to access these leadership programs—opportunities many have already earned but cannot pursue due to financial barriers. With Australia facing an acute nursing shortage, investing in nurse leadership is more critical than ever. Scholarships help keep nurses in the profession, support their ongoing development, and ensure the strength and quality of healthcare Australians rely on now and into the future.
About ACN's Institute of Leadership
The COVID-19 pandemic showed how quickly the health landscape can change. Nurses need strong leadership skills not only to respond to rapid change, but to anticipate it and lead with confidence. The Institute of Leadership equips nurses with the capability and expertise required to safeguard patient safety and deliver consistently high-quality care—no matter the circumstances.
Supported leadership programs
Our impact
The ACN Foundation has significantly impacted the nursing profession and the broader Australian community. Our efforts have led to better health outcomes, enhanced professional opportunities for nurses, and a stronger, more resilient healthcare system.
Here are some of the ways we’ve contributed:
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