Welcome to the 17th ENDA Congress, taking place on 14-17 September 2026 in Tallinn, Estonia!

Dear colleagues,

On behalf of the Organizing Committee and the Scientific Committee, it is our great pleasure to warmly welcome you to the 17^th ENDA congress in Tallinn, bringing together leaders with a shared focus on Nursing Leadership for Sustainable Healthcare.

Nursing leadership stands at the heart of transformation in healthcare. In a time marked by rapid change, growing complexity, and global challenges, nurse leaders play a vital role in shaping systems that are resilient, equitable, and sustainable. This congress is a space to inspire, connect, and empower those who lead with purpose, courage, and vision.

Together, we will explore innovative approaches to sustainable staffing and discover how advanced technologies and emerging innovations can strengthen nursing leadership and informed decision-making. We will look toward a sustainable future by fostering new nursing leaders and creating pathways for leadership that are inclusive, forward-looking, and impactful.

Our discussions will also highlight the responsibility of nurse leaders in advancing climate-conscious nursing and building healthcare environments that respect and protect our planet. We will reflect on the power of nursing advocacy to influence healthcare policy and drive sustainable leadership at local, national, and global levels. Through collaboration and interdisciplinary partnerships, we will examine how collective leadership can transform care delivery and strengthen healthcare systems.

Central to this congress is the shared commitment to leading care and service processes that improve outcomes for patients and staff alike, while ensuring economic sustainability and responsible stewardship of resources. These conversations are not only about today’s challenges, but about shaping a future in which nursing leadership continues to be a driving force for sustainable healthcare.

We are delighted to welcome you to this congress and invite you to engage, share, and be inspired. May these days spark new ideas, meaningful connections, and renewed energy to lead change and create a sustainable future for healthcare.

Organizing committee

Scientific committee