[{"content":"","date":"16 September 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/tags/call-for-papers/","section":"Tags","summary":"","title":"Call for Papers","type":"tags"},{"content":"The XVI Abrils de l’Hospital international conference, hosted at Freie Universität Berlin from 31 March to 3 April 2027, invites paper proposals exploring the reciprocal relationship between warfare and hospital care across Europe from the Middle Ages through the nineteenth century. The submission deadline for abstracts is 15 October 2026.\nWarfare, Medicine, and Institutional Transformation # Throughout European history, armed conflicts have severely tested existing charitable, civic, and medical infrastructures. War catalysed profound shifts in hospital governance, spatial planning, clinical practices, and civil-military relations. Studying these institutions in wartime offers an essential lens for examining the intersection of the history of nursing, medicine, architecture, and social policy.\nDuring the medieval period, military religious orders—including the Knights Templar, the Hospitallers of Saint John, and the Teutonic Order—pioneered extensive healthcare networks combining charitable care with military organisation. Civic authorities fortified rural and mountain hospices to defend strategic borders, while urban confraternities operated infirmaries within city walls amid factional warfare.\nFrom the early modern era onward, standing armies, sovereign state formation, and large-scale warfare accelerated the establishment of specialised military hospitals, field infirmaries, and military lazarettos. New architectural designs and hygienic protocols emerged to mitigate contagion, treat trauma, and rehabilitate soldiers, culminating in the establishment of the International Committee of the Red Cross in 1863—a historic milestone in modern humanitarian medicine and wartime nursing care. Researchers interested in broader discussions on clinical developments and medical history can explore our scholarly articles section.\nResearch Themes and Conference Scope # The XVI Abrils de l’Hospital conference seeks interdisciplinary contributions addressing five key thematic areas:\nCore Thematic Tracks # Hospitals Run by Military Orders:\nAdministrative structures, monastic health networks, and medical duties of chivalric religious orders.\nTransformations in Hospital Architecture and Organisation:\nSpatial adaptation, defensive retrofitting, and structural innovations driven by armed conflict.\nLazarettos and Military Hospitals:\nQuarantine management, military garrison infirmaries, and institutional responses to epidemics during wartime campaigns.\nMilitary Hospitals and Territorial Control:\nStrategic positioning, rural logistics, fortification networks, and regional civic governance.\nCare for Soldiers and Civilians:\nNursing practices, nutritional regimes, surgical advances, and the blurred boundaries between military and civilian patient populations.\nSubmission Guidelines and Practical Information # The organising committee invites proposals for both oral lectures and poster presentations. Prospective contributors should consult our upcoming events calendar for updates and related academic conventions in the history of nursing and healthcare.\nApplication Procedure # Submissions must be compiled into a single document containing:\nFull name and surname Academic affiliation Title of the proposed paper Abstract of 150–200 words Brief curriculum vitae (maximum 200 words) Proposals must be submitted by email to abrils.hospital@ub.edu no later than 15 October 2026.\nLanguages, Funding, and Important Dates # Languages:\nPrimary conference language is English (proposals and papers in Catalan or Spanish may be considered in exceptional cases).\nRegistration Fee:\nParticipation in the conference is free of charge.\nTravel Grants:\nOrganisers are actively seeking external funding to contribute toward travel and accommodation expenses for accepted participants.\nNotification of Acceptance:\n20 December 2026\nConference Dates:\n31 March – 3 April 2027\nVenue:\nFreie Universität Berlin, Germany\nCommittees # Organising Committee:\nThomas Ertl (Freie Universität Berlin), Pol Bridgewater (IRCVM-Universitat de Barcelona), Antoni Conejo (IRCVM-Universitat de Barcelona), Thomas Frank (Università di Pavia), Marina Gazzini (Università di Milano).\nScientific Committee:\nAntoni Conejo (IRCVM-Universitat de Barcelona), Gisela Drossbach (Universität Augsburg), Thomas Ertl (Freie Universität Berlin), Thomas Frank (Università di Pavia), Marina Gazzini (Università di Milano), Nikolas Jaspert (Universität Heidelberg), Salvatore Marino (IRCVM-Universitat de Barcelona).\n","date":"16 September 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/cfp-xvi-abrils-de-l-hospital-hospitals-and-war-berlin-2027/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"The XVI Abrils de l’Hospital international conference, hosted at Freie Universität Berlin from 31 March to 3 April 2027, explores the relationship between warfare and hospital care across Europe from the Middle Ages through the nineteenth century. Call for Papers deadline: 15 October 2026.","title":"Call for Papers: XVI Abrils de l’Hospital – Hospitals and War (Berlin, 2027)","type":"events"},{"content":"","date":"16 September 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/tags/freie-universit%C3%A4t-berlin/","section":"Tags","summary":"","title":"Freie Universität Berlin","type":"tags"},{"content":"","date":"16 September 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/tags/hospitals-and-war/","section":"Tags","summary":"","title":"Hospitals and War","type":"tags"},{"content":"","date":"16 September 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/tags/military-healthcare/","section":"Tags","summary":"","title":"Military Healthcare","type":"tags"},{"content":"","date":"16 September 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/tags/nursing-history/","section":"Tags","summary":"","title":"Nursing History","type":"tags"},{"content":"","date":"16 September 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/tags/","section":"Tags","summary":"","title":"Tags","type":"tags"},{"content":"Université Paris Nanterre will host the international conference “Who Cares? Psychiatry in the English-Speaking World: Circulations \u0026amp; Transfers” on 4–6 March 2027. This scholarly gathering explores the transnational movement of clinical ideas, therapeutic practices, institutional models, and caregiving personnel in mental health and the history of psychiatry and nursing from the Middle Ages to the late twentieth century.\nCirculations and Transfers in Mental Health Care # As the third and culminating event in an acclaimed conference cycle—succeeding “People and Places” and “Theories and Policies”—this edition turns its analytical focus towards the dynamic mobility of psychiatric knowledge and care. The symposium invites researchers to examine how concepts, institutions, and clinical regimens crossed geographic, linguistic, and cultural boundaries across English-speaking countries.\nScholars addressing the intersection of psychiatric medicine, attendant care, and the history of psychiatry and nursing will find this forum especially pertinent. The circulation of asylum staffing structures, attendant training, nursing practices, and patient experiences formed an indispensable conduit for the international transfer of psychiatric methodologies. Alongside broader research announcements published in the EAHN Bulletin, this conference offers a vital platform for interrogating how mental health care evolved through cross-border dialogue and adaptation.\nThematic Scope and Chronological Breadth # Proposals may address any period ranging from medieval custodial and therapeutic arrangements to the late-twentieth-century era of deinstitutionalisation and community mental health care. Key areas of inquiry include, but are not limited to:\nTransnational mobility of medical, psychological, and nursing personnel. Transfer, translation, and adaptation of diagnostic frameworks and therapeutic interventions. Migration of institutional blueprints, asylum architecture, and administrative reforms. Cross-border dissemination of patient advocacy, professional standards, and welfare policies. Those working across comparative frameworks are also encouraged to review complementary perspectives catalogued across our curated articles archive and upcoming international events.\nSubmission Guidelines and Practical Information # The conference committee invites submissions for 20-minute individual paper presentations delivered in English.\nProposal Requirements # Abstract: Approximately 250 words outlining the research question, historiographical framework, primary sources, and methodology. Biographical Note: A concise academic biography and institutional affiliation. Document Format: Both abstract and biography must be combined into a single Microsoft Word document (.doc or .docx). Key Dates and Contact # Conference Dates: 4–6 March 2027 Host Institution: Université Paris Nanterre, France Submission Deadline: 20 September 2026\n(Please note: Organisers have indicated that this deadline will be extended. Prospective participants should consult the official portal for updated timelines). Submission Email: Proposals should be sent directly to whocaresconference@gmail.com. Full Call \u0026amp; Selected Bibliography: For further particulars and recommended historiographical reading, consult the Who Cares? Conference Official Hypotheses Platform. Website\n","date":"9 September 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/cfp-who-cares-psychiatry-english-speaking-world-2027/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"Université Paris Nanterre will host the international conference “Who Cares? Psychiatry in the English-Speaking World: Circulations \u0026 Transfers” on 4–6 March 2027. This scholarly gathering explores the transnational movement of clinical ideas, […]","title":"Call for Papers: Who Cares? Psychiatry in the English-Speaking World: Circulations \u0026 Transfers (Paris, 2027)","type":"events"},{"content":"","date":"9 September 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/tags/conference/","section":"Tags","summary":"","title":"Conference","type":"tags"},{"content":"","date":"9 September 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/tags/hospitals--institutions/","section":"Tags","summary":"","title":"Hospitals \u0026 Institutions","type":"tags"},{"content":"","date":"9 September 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/tags/psychiatry--mental-health/","section":"Tags","summary":"","title":"Psychiatry \u0026 Mental Health","type":"tags"},{"content":"","date":"2 September 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/categories/","section":"Categories","summary":"","title":"Categories","type":"categories"},{"content":"","date":"2 September 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/category/news/","section":"Categories","summary":"","title":"News","type":"categories"},{"content":"","date":"2 September 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/posts/","section":"Posts","summary":"","title":"Posts","type":"posts"},{"content":"The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) Library and Museum has announced an extensive autumn and winter programme exploring the evolving intersections of nursing history, technology, material culture, and healthcare practice. Featuring hybrid exhibition launches, scholarly lectures, architectural tours, and online seminars, this curated series invites researchers, clinicians, and historians to examine how technical and social innovations have transformed nursing.\nExploring the Digital Frontier: Exhibition Launch and Architecture # At the heart of the forthcoming season is a critical examination of technological integration within modern healthcare. Both in-person and digital attendees can engage directly with archival records, material artefacts, and scholarly discourse shaping contemporary historical understanding.\nLaunch: The Digital Revolution — Nursing in the Age of Technology # Date \u0026amp; Time: 16 September | 5:30–8:30 pm (Talks commence at 6:00 pm) Format: In person (London) \u0026amp; Online Overview: The public opening of this major exhibition interrogates the historical role of data, computing, and technological devices in nursing practice. Attendees will also have the opportunity to view items from University College London’s (UCL) special collections addressing the history of data science and eugenics. Architectural Heritage: A Home for Nursing # Date \u0026amp; Time: 7 October | 3:00–4:00 pm Format: In person (London) Overview: A specialized guided tour of the historic RCN headquarters (dating back to 1729), examining its iconic period staircase, institutional evolution, former inhabitants, and legendary lore. Literature, Material Culture, and the Annual History of Nursing Lecture # This season places significant emphasis on interdisciplinary dialogues, bridging creative literature, material culture, and trade unionism in healthcare history. For researchers tracking recent publications and academic outputs, our curated books section offers complementary reading lists.\nReading \u0026amp; Discussion: The Left-Behind Child with Romalyn Ante # Date \u0026amp; Time: 21 October | 6:00–8:00 pm Format: In person (London) Overview: An evening reading and discussion featuring nurse, poet, and author Romalyn Ante, exploring themes of migration, care work, and familial separation through her debut novel. Annual RCN History of Nursing Lecture: Into the Ring: The Rise of Unionism # Speaker: Professor Sioban Nelson Date \u0026amp; Time: 29 October | 6:00–8:00 pm Format: In person (London) Overview: Professor Sioban Nelson delivers the flagship Annual Lecture, investigating the material culture of nursing alongside the sociopolitical rise of nursing unionism and professional collective action. Online Seminars: Informatics, Statistics, and Critical Care # A comprehensive series of evening online lectures provides international researchers with accessible virtual access to key themes in historical nursing informatics and biomedical history. You can also monitor our wider calendar for upcoming international nursing history events.\nCli-Fi Book Club: Hum by Helen Phillips: 27 October | 5:30–7:00 pm Data, Statistics and the History of “Normal” Health: 10 November | 6:00–7:30 pm Digital Inclusion and Digital Exclusion: A History of Nursing Informatics: 30 November | 5:30–7:00 pm The “Star Trek Unit”: A History of Critical Care: 21 January | 5:30–7:00 pm From Commodore 64 to the World Wide Web: Computers and Nursing: 2 March | 5:30–7:00 pm Late-Night Gallery: Sci-Fi Futures # Sci-fi Futures: Florence Meets the Machine Date \u0026amp; Time: 17 February | 6:00–8:30 pm Format: In person (London) Overview: An interactive late-opening evening blending speculative fiction, artificial intelligence, and historical nursing philosophies to envision the future of clinical practice. Registration and Booking Details # Full programme details, venue access notes, and booking registrations are available directly via the official RCN Library and Museum Events Portal\n","date":"2 September 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/rcn-nursing-history-technology-events-season/","section":"Posts","summary":"The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) Library and Museum has announced an extensive autumn and winter programme exploring the evolving intersections of nursing history, technology, material culture, and healthcare practice. […]","title":"RCN Library and Museum Unveils Autumn–Winter Season on Nursing, Technology, and Care","type":"posts"},{"content":"","date":"14 July 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/tags/annual-meeting/","section":"Tags","summary":"","title":"Annual Meeting","type":"tags"},{"content":"","date":"14 July 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/tags/eahn/","section":"Tags","summary":"","title":"EAHN","type":"tags"},{"content":"The European Association for the History of Nursing (EAHN) has announced that the EAHN Annual Meeting 2027 will convene at Heidelberg University, Germany, on 12–13 March 2027. The announcement is a save-the-date: registration, the final agenda and logistical arrangements will follow in due course. Members and colleagues across the field are invited to reserve the dates now.\nThe EAHN Annual Meeting 2027: Dates and Venue # The meeting will take place over two days, on 12 and 13 March 2027, hosted by Heidelberg University in Heidelberg, Germany. Heidelberg is home to Germany’s oldest university, which lends the gathering a fitting institutional setting for a field concerned with the long history of care.\nPractical considerations were evidently part of the choice. The city has strong rail connections to Frankfurt Airport and to other major European cities, which should ease travel for an association whose member organisations are spread across the continent.\nWhat Happens Next # The organisers have confirmed that further information will be circulated in due course. This will cover:\nRegistration The final agenda Possible workshops The social programme Accommodation and logistical information No deadlines have been announced at this stage. Consequently, the immediate action for prospective participants is simply to hold the dates.\nRelated Events and Resources # Scholars planning to travel to Heidelberg may also be preparing work for publication. The call for papers for the European Journal for Nursing History and Ethics 2027 issue remains open, with full manuscripts due in November 2026 — a natural companion to the year’s meeting.\nColleagues working on the other side of the Atlantic may also wish to note the AAHN Virtual Conference 2026, which gathers recent and in-progress work in nursing history.\nAnnouncements about the EAHN Annual Meeting 2027 will appear alongside the association’s other news. Readers can follow the EAHN Bulletin and browse EAHN’s upcoming events for updates.\n","date":"14 July 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/eahn-annual-meeting-2027-heidelberg/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"The European Association for the History of Nursing (EAHN) has announced that the EAHN Annual Meeting 2027 will convene at Heidelberg University, Germany, on 12–13 March 2027. The announcement is a save-the-date for colleagues across the field.","title":"Save the Date: EAHN Annual Meeting 2027 in Heidelberg","type":"events"},{"content":"","date":"4 July 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/tags/aahn/","section":"Tags","summary":"","title":"AAHN","type":"tags"},{"content":"The American Association for the History of Nursing (AAHN) is officially inviting researchers, educators, and scholars to submit their work for the upcoming AAHN Virtual Conference 2026. This digital gathering, themed “Emerging Voices and New Directions in Nursing History: Featuring Recent and In-Progress Work”, is scheduled to take place on Friday, October 30, 2026.\nThis specialized virtual event is designed to showcase recent, emerging, and works-in-progress within the field of nursing history. It offers a unique and timely opportunity for professionals and academics to share new research insights, global viewpoints, and innovative teaching approaches directly with the global AAHN community.\nConference Submission Tracks # Prospective speakers and presenters are invited to submit their original abstracts under one of the two major tracks established for this event:\nNursing History Scholarship Track: This track focuses on new or ongoing research initiatives, emerging historical findings, global or interdisciplinary perspectives, and critical approaches to the history of nursing and healthcare. Nursing History Education Track: Designed for educators, this track highlights innovative teaching strategies, curriculum development, the utilization of historical archives or digital tools, and effective approaches to engaging students and broader audiences in nursing history. Abstract Guidelines and Requirements # To ensure a successful submission, all authors must adhere strictly to the following official criteria:\nLength: A maximum of 250–300 words. Track Selection: Clearly indicate the chosen track (Scholarship or Education). Author Information: Include full name of the author(s), institutional affiliation(s), and complete contact information. Project Status: Explicitly note whether the submitted work is completed or currently in progress. This virtual conference highlights timely, innovative, and diverse contributions to nursing history scholarship and education, creating an engaging and dynamic virtual gathering for all participants.\nImportant Deadlines and Contact Information # Please keep track of the following critical dates for the selection process:\nSubmission Deadline: August 16, 2026 Notification of Acceptance: Early-September 2026 For specific submission criteria and to submit your abstract directly, please visit the official submission portals. If you have any inquiries regarding the event or the submission guidelines, please contact the event coordinator:\nContact Person: Donna Miles Curry Abstract Submission: [Please submit abstracts here] Detailed Criteria: [Click here for specific criteria] AAHN # View Organiser Website\naahn@aahn.org\n","date":"4 July 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/call-for-abstracts-aahn-virtual-conference-2026-explores-new-directions-in-nursing-history/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"The American Association for the History of Nursing (AAHN) is officially inviting researchers, educators, and scholars to submit their work for the upcoming AAHN Virtual Conference 2026. This digital gathering, […]","title":"Call for Abstracts: AAHN Virtual Conference 2026 Explores New Directions in Nursing History","type":"events"},{"content":"","date":"4 July 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/tags/online-event/","section":"Tags","summary":"","title":"Online Event","type":"tags"},{"content":"The year 2026 is shaping up to be an incredible year for the international academic community dedicated to the history of science, medicine, and nursing. With major international societies converging in Europe—most notably for the historic joint events in Edinburgh—keeping track of deadlines and registration dates is essential for researchers and nurse historians alike.\nBelow is the updated list of the main upcoming academic events, conferences, and call for papers (CFPs) for the remainder of 2026.\nQuick Navigation:\nThe Godmother(s) Conference | Histories of Health (Leeds) | Transnational Humanitarianism (Barcelona) | Edinburgh Summer Meetings (ESHS \u0026amp; HSS)\nAcademic Conferences 2026: Quick Overview # Conference / Event Dates Location / Venue Status / Deadlines Godmother(s) Conference June 30, 2026 INED Campus, International Open In/Out: Histories of Health June 30 – July 3, 2026 University of Leeds, UK Registration Open Transnational Humanitarianism July 2–3, 2026 IMF-CSIC, Barcelona, Spain Open ESHS \u0026amp; HSS Joint Meeting July 13–16, 2026 University of Edinburgh, Scotland Registration Open HSS Annual Meeting 2026 August 17–20, 2026 University of Edinburgh, Scotland Registration Open Featured 2026 Events \u0026amp; Active Call for Papers # ESHS \u0026amp; HSS Joint Meeting: “Shifting Perspectives” (Edinburgh) # One of the most anticipated highlights of the year is the 2026 ESHS \u0026amp; HSS Joint Meeting, co-organized by the European Society for the History of Science and the History of Science Society.\nDates: July 13 – July 16, 2026 Location: University of Edinburgh, Scotland Theme: “Shifting Perspectives: Plural Worlds, Contested Sciences” This landmark event will bring together scholars from all over the world to explore historical narrative boundaries in the heart of Scotland. HSS Annual Meeting 2026 # Directly following the summer academic wave, the History of Science Society (HSS) will host its independent flagship event.\nDates: August 17 – August 20, 2026 Location: University of Edinburgh, Scotland If you are planning to attend, ensure your registration and travel details are finalized, as accommodation in Edinburgh during August peaks due to local summer festivals. In/Out: Histories of Health and Healthcare Conference # For those focusing on the structural and psychological boundaries of medical history, the University of Leeds is hosting a vital meeting.\nDates: June 30 – July 3, 2026 Location: University of Leeds, UK This conference challenges researchers to look at structural, material, and emotional boundaries that have shaped healthcare from antiquity to the modern era. Transnational Humanitarianism, Gender and Health # A highly specialized scientific meeting focusing on war and post-war history.\nDates: July 2 – July 3, 2026 Location: Institución Milà i Fontanals de Investigación en Humanidades (IMF-CSIC), Barcelona, Spain Core Focus: Exploring gendered practices, health networks, and humanitarianism between 1850 and 1950. Godmother(s): Gendered Kinship, Care, and Power Dynamics # Organized by the National Institute of Demographic Studies (INED), this unique international conference is open for papers exploring elective kinship and care from the 19th to the 21st century.\nConference Date: June 30, 2026 How to Utilize This Guide # If you are an active researcher, make sure to cross-reference these dates with your institutional funding calendars. For ongoing updates on international networks, European nursing journals, and linked academic circles, bookmark this page as we continuously update academic schedules.\n","date":"9 June 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/ultimate-guide-to-history-of-science-nursing-conferences-2026-cfps-dates/","section":"Posts","summary":"The year 2026 is shaping up to be an incredible year for the international academic community dedicated to the history of science, medicine, and nursing. With major international societies converging […]","title":"Upcoming History of Science \u0026 Nursing Conferences 2026: Calls for Papers and Key Dates","type":"posts"},{"content":"","date":"31 May 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/category/articles/","section":"Categories","summary":"","title":"Articles","type":"categories"},{"content":"","date":"31 May 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/genre/articles/","section":"Genres","summary":"","title":"Articles","type":"genres"},{"content":"","date":"31 May 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/genres/","section":"Genres","summary":"","title":"Genres","type":"genres"},{"content":"Born in Đakovo on August 23, 1902, and passing away in Zagreb on April 5, 1991, Mihaela Terzić stands as a monumental figure in regional healthcare. Active between the two World Wars and in the immediate post-war period, she dedicated her life to ensuring the development and public recognition of the nursing profession. Through her extensive work in health, social, and educational institutions, she left an undeniable mark on the medical landscape.\nEarly Career and Institutional Leadership # Alongside Margareta Denich, Mihaela Terzić was one of the first civilian nurses to begin working at the Clinic for Infectious Diseases “Dr. Fran Mihaljević.” Her career quickly expanded as she took on vital roles across multiple care facilities. She contributed her expertise to the School for Nurses in Zagreb, the Josipovac Children’s Home, and the Home for Mothers and Infants within the Public Health Center in Osijek.\nDemonstrating strong clinical and administrative capabilities, she later served as a head nurse at the Central District Hospital in Osijek and the Children’s Rehabilitation Center in Selce. Furthermore, she continued her impactful work at the School of Public Health and the Youth Clinic in Zagreb.\nInternational Training and Academic Contributions # A strong advocate for continuous professional education, Terzić expanded her knowledge internationally. She spent a year training at the University Children’s Clinic of the General Hospital in Vienna and the University Hospital in London. Additionally, as a World Health Organization (WHO) scholarship holder, she completed a three-month educational program spanning Finland, Sweden, and Denmark.\nShe actively shared this global perspective with the next generation of medical professionals, serving as a lecturer at the College of Nursing of the Faculty of Medicine and teaching a postgraduate course organized by the School of Public Health.\nNational Recognition and the Florence Nightingale Medal # Her relentless dedication and vast experience within the national professional association culminated in prominent leadership roles. In 1953, she was elected president of the Association of Graduate Nurses of the People’s Republic of Croatia. The ultimate recognition of her versatile career and lifelong service came in 1977 when she was awarded the highly prestigious Florence Nightingale Medal.\nHistorical Research and Archival Sources # The comprehensive documentation of her life and work, compiled by authors Sanda Franković and Snježana Mirilović, relies heavily on official historical records. Key documents are preserved in the Croatian State Archives and the State Archives in Zagreb. This research is further enriched by family memories, private documents, and articles authored by Terzić herself in the Journal of the Graduate Nursing Association / Journal of Nurses. Photographic evidence of her legacy is also safely stored in her personal album within the Collection for Nursing History at the Croatian Nursing Association (CNA).\n","date":"31 May 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/the-life-and-legacy-of-mihaela-terzic-a-nursing-pioneer/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"Born in Đakovo on August 23, 1902, and passing away in Zagreb on April 5, 1991, Mihaela Terzić stands as a monumental figure in regional healthcare. Active between the two […]","title":"The Life and Legacy of Mihaela Terzić: A Nursing Pioneer","type":"publications"},{"content":"The European Journal for Nursing History and Ethics (ENHE) is pleased to announce a Call for Papers for its upcoming 9/2027 issue. As an interdisciplinary, peer-reviewed Open Access e-Journal, ENHE serves as a vital platform for scholarly exchange across the humanities, nursing science, social sciences, and cultural studies. The 2027 theme, “Narrating Nursing: Methods and Sources in Nursing History and Ethics,” invites contributors to explore the micro-level of nursing through the lens of individual experiences and qualitative research.\nThe 2027 Theme: Narrating Nursing # This issue focuses on how diaries, letters, and personal artifacts—often referred to as “ego-documents”—illuminate the everyday realities of care. These sources provide a unique perspective on the lived experiences of nurses that often remain invisible in official institutional or policy documents.\nThe journal encourages submissions that:\nForeground the historical value of individual experiences. Analyze the roles of individual theorists, leaders, or reformers, moving beyond traditional “great pioneer” narratives. Situate individual actors within their specific social, cultural, and professional contexts. Utilize qualitative methods, such as interviews and reflective diaries, to examine nursing ethical practice and moral perspectives. Interdisciplinary Dialogue: History and Ethics # A defining feature of the journal is the creation of a dialogue between nursing history and ethics. While the linking of these dimensions is not a strict prerequisite for publication, it is highly encouraged. Historians are invited to address ethical dimensions within their historical context, while ethics researchers are requested to reflect on the historical developments and socio-political debates that inform current ethical issues.\nScope of Contributions # The journal is seeking original research for the following sections:\nThemed Section: Focused on “Narrating Nursing”. Open Section: For articles on various topics within nursing history and ethics. Forum \u0026amp; Lost and Found: Shorter articles on current debates or presentations of remarkable objects, texts, pictures, or films relevant to the field. Submission Guidelines and Deadlines # The European Journal for Nursing History and Ethics publishes original research on European history and the reciprocal relationships between European and non-European societies. Publishing in this Open Access journal is free of charge.\nDeadline for Abstracts (max 500 words): June 30, 2026 Deadline for Full Manuscripts: November 30, 2026 How to Apply: Please submit your abstract in English along with a short CV by the June 30 deadline to the following editors:\nProf. Dr. Geertje Boschma: Geertje.Boschma@ubc.ca\nProf. Dr. Karen Nolte: karen.nolte@histmed.uni-heidelberg.de\nHugo Schalkwijk: h.schalkwijk@venvn.nl\nENHE # View Organiser Website\nEvent website\n","date":"13 May 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/call-for-papers-narrating-nursing-methods-and-sources-in-nursing-history-and-ethics/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"The European Journal for Nursing History and Ethics (ENHE) is pleased to announce a Call for Papers for its upcoming 9/2027 issue. As an interdisciplinary, peer-reviewed Open Access e-Journal, ENHE […]","title":"Call for Papers: Narrating Nursing – Methods and Sources in Nursing History and Ethics","type":"events"},{"content":"","date":"13 May 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/tags/ethics--humanities/","section":"Tags","summary":"","title":"Ethics \u0026 Humanities","type":"tags"},{"content":"","date":"6 May 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/category/books/","section":"Categories","summary":"","title":"Books","type":"categories"},{"content":"","date":"6 May 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/genre/books/","section":"Genres","summary":"","title":"Books","type":"genres"},{"content":"If you are fascinated by the intricate dynamics of gender, healthcare, and political history, the Le infermiere del Duce book is an essential addition to your reading list. Authored by Fabiola Carrossa and Anna La Torre, this compelling work dives deep into the complex fabric of the Italian Fascist Ventennio to explore the often-untold stories of female medical professionals.\nUnveiling Female Labor and Resistance # What does it mean to be a working woman under a political regime that simultaneously restricts and instrumentalizes female labor? This publication seeks to answer this critical question. By abandoning monolithic historical narratives, the book analyzes how women inhabited professional spaces and negotiated vital margins of autonomy within strict, overbearing systems of power.\nThe authors employ a rich, interdisciplinary perspective—weaving together history, the sociology of professions, gender studies, and institutional discourse analysis. Through this lens, they successfully map the subterranean paths of resistance, self-determination, and power negotiation within the female healthcare and assistance sectors during one of Italy’s most complex historical periods.\nMeet the Authors: Bridging Nursing and History # The profound insights within this text are driven by the unique expertise of its authors, both of whom seamlessly bridge the practical world of clinical nursing and rigorous historical research:\nFabiola Carrossa is a registered nurse who holds a Master’s degree in Nursing and Midwifery Sciences from the University of Padua, complemented by a subsequent degree in History. Currently working at the Istituto Oncologico Veneto in Padua, she frequently collaborates on scientific and historical literature. Anna La Torre is also a registered nurse, holding a Master’s degree in Nursing and Midwifery Sciences from the University of Milan. She furthered her academic journey with a degree in the History of Christian Civilizations from the European University of Rome and earned a PhD in the History of Science from the Autonomous University of Barcelona. She currently works at Medicasa Italia and collaborates with the international research group TRANSHUMED. Publication Details and How to Purchase # Meticulously published by Elsa Major Edizioni—an innovative publishing house known for its attention to detail—this volume is featured in their dedicated “Globi” collection.\nFor readers, researchers, and history enthusiasts interested in securing a copy, all relevant publication and contact details are provided below:\n","date":"6 May 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/discover-the-le-infermiere-del-duce-book-women-healthcare-and-power-in-the-fascist-era/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"If you are fascinated by the intricate dynamics of gender, healthcare, and political history, the Le infermiere del Duce book is an essential addition to your reading list. Authored by […]","title":"Discover the Le infermiere del Duce Book: Women, Healthcare, and Power in the Fascist Era","type":"publications"},{"content":"The international scientific conference Health and Social Issues in History: Interdisciplinary Perspectives is officially calling for submissions for its upcoming event on October 15–16, 2026. Organised by the Faculty of Health and Social Sciences at the University of South Bohemia in České Budějovice, in collaboration with several prestigious Czech and Slovak institutions, this conference explores the intersection of individual experience and institutional frameworks.\nAn Interdisciplinary Approach to Healthcare History # This 2026 edition builds upon the success of previous conferences held in 2022 and 2024, which focused on the history of healthcare in the First Czechoslovak Republic and the establishment of the Centre for Research in the History of Nursing and Healthcare.\nHealth and social issues are regarded as some of the most significant fields in both modern and earlier history. The conference aims to connect diverse disciplines and methodological approaches, opening a critical discussion on the opportunities and limits of interdisciplinary research.\nKey Themes and Topics # The organisers welcome contributions that address a wide array of historical perspectives. Nursing history and the professionalisation of care represent a central pillar of the event. Other example topics include:\nHistories of healthcare, medicine, and health policy. Public health, hygiene, epidemics, and crisis governance. Social policy, poverty, welfare, and health inequalities. Disability, patient experience, and the “everydayness” of care. Financing of healthcare, insurance, and the non-profit sector. Minorities, migration, and communication in healthcare. Transnational transfers of knowledge and the role of international organisations. Methodological approaches and archival sources for interdisciplinary research. Participation Deadlines # Scholars interested in contributing to the dialogue on Health and Social Issues in History should note the following deadlines:\nActive Participation (Abstract Submission): By May 30, 2026. Passive Participation (Registration): By September 10, 2026. Event Details and Location # Conference Dates: October 15–16, 2026. Venue: Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, University of South Bohemia in České Budějovice. Address: J. Boreckého 1167/27, 370 11 České Budějovice, Czech Republic, Hall E. Organizing Institutions # This international event is a collaborative effort between:\nInstitute of History and Institute of State and Law of the Czech Academy of Sciences (CZ).\nUniversity of South Bohemia in České Budějovice (CZ).\nPrague University of Economics and Business (CZ).\nUniversity of West Bohemia in Pilsen (CZ).\nTrnava University (SK).\nThe National Archives (CZ).\nWebsite\n","date":"14 April 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/call-for-papers-health-and-social-issues-in-history-conference-2026/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"The international scientific conference Health and Social Issues in History: Interdisciplinary Perspectives is officially calling for submissions for its upcoming event on October 15–16, 2026. Organised by the Faculty of […]","title":"Call for Papers: Health and Social Issues in History Conference 2026","type":"events"},{"content":"","date":"14 April 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/tags/healthcare-equity/","section":"Tags","summary":"","title":"Healthcare Equity","type":"tags"},{"content":" Transnational Humanitarianism, Gender and Health in War and Post-War (1850-1950) in Barcelona # The international conference Transnational Humanitarianism, Gender and Health in War and Post-War (1850-1950) will be held in Barcelona on July 2-3, 2026. Hosted at the prestigious Institución Milà i Fontanals de Investigación en Humanidades (IMF-CSIC), this two-day scientific meeting aims to explore the multifaceted evolution of humanitarian action during a century of global transformations.\nExploring the Intersections of Relief and Medicine # Until the mid-20th century, humanitarian action found its most prominent settings within the context of wars and subsequent post-war periods. This conference focuses on how transnational humanitarianism, gender and health intersected to shape modern relief efforts. Medical and health innovations—ranging from technological and practical advancements to conceptual and professional shifts—emerged and circulated globally during these periods of crisis, becoming a central pillar of international humanitarianism.\nThe Central Role of Gender in Humanitarian Action # A key thematic line of the event is the role of women as pivotal actors in relief and health initiatives. Participants will analyze how women acted as agents capable of transforming domestic public spaces and redefining professional roles across national and imperial borders. The conference seeks to highlight how these transnational networks influenced the history of medicine and social welfare.\nSubmission Guidelines and Deadlines # The organizing committee, led by Íñigo Marqués and Jacopo Pili, invites scholars to submit proposals for these thematic lines. To participate in the Transnational Humanitarianism, Gender and Health conference, please follow these instructions:\nDeadline for proposals: April 30, 2026. Submission requirements: A title and a 200-word abstract. Contact for submissions: Please send your proposals to inigo.marques@unizar.es and javier_martinez@unizar.es. Event Details at a Glance # Location: Institución Milà i Fontanals de Investigación en Humanidades (IMF-CSIC), Barcelona, Spain. Dates: July 2-3, 2026. Topic: Transnational humanitarianism, gender, and health (1850-1950). ","date":"13 March 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/transnational-humanitarianism-gender-and-health-conference-barcelona/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"Transnational Humanitarianism, Gender and Health in War and Post-War (1850-1950) in Barcelona","title":"CFP: Transnational Humanitarianism, Gender and Health","type":"events"},{"content":"","date":"13 March 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/tags/gender--care/","section":"Tags","summary":"","title":"Gender \u0026 Care","type":"tags"},{"content":"","date":"13 March 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/tags/transnational-history/","section":"Tags","summary":"","title":"Transnational History","type":"tags"},{"content":"The history of nursing education in Slovenia reached a prestigious milestone in 2024, marking exactly one century since the first professional nursing lessons were taught in Ljubljana in January 1924. This commemorative brochure, published by the Nurses and Midwives Association of Slovenia, traces the evolution of the profession from its vocational beginnings to its current academic standing at the university level.\nThe Foundations: From Protective Nurses to Modern Standards # The journey of nursing education in Slovenia began with the founding of the School for Nurses in 1923, which started its first official curriculum in early 1924 with 20 students.\nPioneering Figures: Angela Boškin, a mentor and teacher, was instrumental in validating nursing standards during the school’s infancy. Historical Titles: Graduates were originally known as “protective nurses” (zaščitne sestre), a title reflecting their preventive role in social and patient care. Educational Evolution: The curriculum expanded from a one-year program in 1924 to a three-year technical program by 1931, covering health, social, and patient care. Academic Advancement and University Integration # Over the decades, the system underwent significant reforms to meet the growing demands of the public healthcare sector.\nThe 1960 Reform: Nursing schools were reorganized into four-year vocational technical schools to unify the educational standards. Higher Education: Short-cycle higher vocational programs began as early as 1951, eventually leading to the integration of nursing and midwifery into the University of Ljubljana in 1975. Doctoral Milestones: A major peak in nursing education in Slovenia was achieved in the 2016/17 academic year with the accreditation of the first doctoral nursing study program at the University of Maribor. Current Educational Landscape # Today, the profession is supported by a robust network of academic institutions. As of 2024, nursing and health sciences are taught at seven faculties and one international university across Slovenia, ensuring that the legacy of professional care continues through life-long learning and high ethical standards.\nPublication Details # Title: 100 Years of Nursing Education in Slovenia (100 let izobraževanja medicinskih sester v Sloveniji). Editors: Irena Keršič, Marjeta Berkopec. Publisher: Nurses and Midwives Association of Slovenia. Location \u0026amp; Year: Ljubljana, 2024. ISBN: 978-961-373-291-3. ","date":"9 March 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/100-years-nursing-education-slovenia/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"The history of nursing education in Slovenia reached a prestigious milestone in 2024, marking exactly one century since the first professional nursing lessons were taught in Ljubljana in January 1924. […]","title":"100 Years of Nursing Education in Slovenia: A Century of Professional Excellence","type":"publications"},{"content":"The evolution of healthcare in Central Europe is deeply intertwined with the development of protective nurses in Slovenia, a professional group that laid the essential foundations for modern nursing. To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Ljubljana School of Nursing and the 60th anniversary of the Nurses and Midwives Association of Slovenia, authors Marjeta Berkopec and Irena Keršič published the monograph “Zaščitne sestre” (Protective Nurses) in 2023.\nHistorical Roots and International Education # The book meticulously documents the educational systems for nursing from the late 19th century through the end of World War II. It highlights how Slovenian women, including pioneers like Angela Boškin, Jožefina Bezlaj, and Olga Cvahte, traveled to Vienna during the Austro-Hungarian Empire to train as professional wartime, hospital, and community nurses.\nThese women brought advanced knowledge back to their homeland, often acting independently and even preceding doctors in initiatives like the counseling office for mothers and children in Jesenice.\nThe Legacy of the Ljubljana School for Protective Nurses # A central theme of the monograph is the Ljubljana School for Protective Nurses, which operated from 1924 to 1946. The term “protective nurse” was chosen to evoke the preventive role of these professionals, focusing on health and social protection.\nEducational Milestones: The school provided diverse study programs ranging from one to three years, setting the standard for higher vocational education. Professional Identity: The graduates, totaling 263 women, were recognized as having secondary school education equivalent to teachers. Societal Impact: These nurses worked in remote, backward regions, conducting health education, managing hygiene-related exhibitions, and promoting healthy lifestyles among uneducated populations. Beyond Professionalism: Advocacy and Emancipation # The protective nurses in Slovenia were also pioneers of women’s rights. In 1927, they joined professional organizations to fight economic exploitation and unemployment. They notably resisted proposals for mandatory celibacy, supported by members of the women’s movement.\nThis book restores the names and faces of these historically “anonymous” groups of women, including wartime nurses, care assistants, and children’s nurses, ensuring their life stories and professional values are preserved for future generations.\nPublication Details # Title: Zaščitne sestre (Protective Nurses) Authors: Marjeta Berkopec, Irena Keršič Publisher: Nurses and Midwives Association of Slovenia Location \u0026amp; Year: Ljubljana, 2023 ISBN: 978-961-273-249-3 ","date":"9 March 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/protective-nurses-in-slovenia-history/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"The evolution of healthcare in Central Europe is deeply intertwined with the development of protective nurses in Slovenia, a professional group that laid the essential foundations for modern nursing. To […]","title":"Protective Nurses in Slovenia: A Century of Heritage and Education","type":"publications"},{"content":"The history of healthcare in the region is defined by the organized activities of nurses in Slovenia, a legacy that has been meticulously documented in the commemorative book “Preserving Heritage Through Nine Decades”. Published in 2017 by the Nurses and Midwives Association of Slovenia, this work celebrates ninety years of professional association and the evolution of nursing and midwifery.\nA Comprehensive Archive of Professional Identity # Edited by a team of experts including Irena Keršič and Darinka Klemenc, the publication serves as a vital repository of the profession’s development. It provides an in-depth look at:\nFounding Records: Original minutes from the 1927 Founding Assembly of the Organization of the Nursing School Graduates in Ljubljana. Organizational Growth: The history of naming, renaming, and successions of the professional body. Formal Structures: A detailed collection of organizational structures and archived official stamps. Key Insights and Regional Contributions # The book is structured to capture both individual leadership and collective efforts within the organized activities of nurses in Slovenia. Key highlights include:\nLeadership History: Profiles of the organization’s presidents and their contributions to the development of the profession. Regional Societies: A presentation of the activities and symbolism of the logos of 11 regional professional organisations. Specialized Sections: Coverage of 31 professional areas (sections) that provide specialized expertise under the Association’s umbrella. Visual Documentation: A rich collection of photographs and historical documents, many accessible to the public for the first time. The Mission of Preserving Heritage # Following the recommendations of the International Council of Nurses (ICN), the publication emphasizes that the history of nursing care directly impacts current working conditions and occupational self-esteem. By evaluating national history and traditions, the Association aims to provide guiding principles and motivation for future professional development.\nPublication Data # Title: Preserving Heritage Through Nine Decades – The Organized Activities of Nurses in Slovenia. Editors: Irena Keršič, Darinka Klemenc, Marjeta Berkopec, Andreja Mihelič Zajec, Zdenka Seničar. Publisher: Nurses and Midwives Association of Slovenia – Zveza strokovnih društev medicinskih sester, babic in zdravstvenih tehnikov Slovenije. Location \u0026amp; Year: Ljubljana, 2017. ISBN: 978-961-273-174-8. ","date":"9 March 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/organized-activities-nurses-slovenia/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"The history of healthcare in the region is defined by the organized activities of nurses in Slovenia, a legacy that has been meticulously documented in the commemorative book “Preserving Heritage […]","title":"Preserving Heritage: The Organized Activities of Nurses in Slovenia","type":"publications"},{"content":"Convocatoria de comunicaciones para la I Journée d’Étude Internacional sobre Violencia Política UNIZAR\nLa Universidad de Zaragoza (UNIZAR), en colaboración con el proyecto de investigación PERPETRATE de la Universidad Autónoma de Barcelona y el Departamento de Historia de la Università degli Studi di Roma “Tor Vergata”, anuncia la apertura del Call for Papers para la I Journée d’Étude Internacional sobre Violencia Política UNIZAR. Bajo el título «Política, violencia y masas en la España contemporánea: movilización social y narrativas de la violencia», este encuentro académico de alto nivel se celebrará el 24 de abril de 2026 en el Aula Magna de la Facultad de Filosofía y Letras de la Universidad de Zaragoza.\nEstructura y Ponentes Invitados # El evento nace de la sinergia entre cinco grupos de investigación y se articulará en torno a cinco mesas temáticas fundamentales. La jornada contará con ponencias marco impartidas por reconocidos especialistas en la materia:\nDr. Javier Rodrigo (UAB) Dr. Eduardo González Calleja (UC3M) Dra. Lucia Ceci (UniRoma2) Dr. Francisco Javier Caspistegui Gorasurreta (UNAV) Dr. David Alegre (UAB) Dr. Álvaro París (USAL) Presentaciones Editoriales # Durante las sesiones, se presentarán las monografías más recientes de los ponentes, obras clave para entender la historiografía actual de la violencia:\nLa guerra degenerada (Javier Rodrigo, 2025) 1934. Involución y revolución en la Segunda República (Eduardo González Calleja, 2024) La Fe armada (Lucia Ceci, 2026) Un pasado muy presente (Francisco Javier Caspistegui, 2025) Verdugos del 36 (David Alegre, 2025) Instrucciones para el Envío de Propuestas # El comité organizador abre la convocatoria para la selección de 10 comunicaciones originales (15 minutos de duración). Se dará prioridad a propuestas con coautorías, perspectivas transnacionales y enfoques macroanalíticos que problematicen las estructuras de la violencia política.\nCorreo de envío: inigo.marques@unizar.es Fecha límite (Deadline): 31 de marzo de 2026. Notificación de resultados: 5 de abril de 2026. Ubicación del evento: Aula Magna, Facultad de Filosofía y Letras, Universidad de Zaragoza. Calle de Pedro Cerbuna, 12, 50009 Zaragoza, España.\n","date":"7 March 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/call-for-papers-i-journee-detude-internacional-sobre-violencia-politica-unizar/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"Convocatoria de comunicaciones para la I Journée d’Étude Internacional sobre Violencia Política UNIZAR","title":"Call for Papers: I Journée d’Étude Internacional sobre Violencia Política UNIZAR","type":"events"},{"content":"Anica Radmanović (1921–1996) stands as a foundational figure in the history of Croatian nursing, having dedicated her life to the service and welfare of children. As one of the first civilian nurses in the Karlovac region, her professional journey provides a unique lens into the development of pediatric healthcare and social protection in Croatia during the mid-20th century.\nEarly Life and Education # Born on July 12, 1921, in Glina to a farming family, Anica (née Zibar) completed her early education in her hometown before moving to Zagreb. In December 1941, she graduated from the School for Nurses in Zagreb (Škola za sestre pomoćnice) under the leadership of Zlata Bursić Kalanj. This rigorous training prepared her for a career defined by resilience and professional excellence.\nA Career Defined by Service # Radmanović’s career spanned several critical institutions and geographical areas, often shaped by the administrative decrees of the post-war era:\nHospital for Infectious Diseases, Zagreb: Her first role, starting in August 1942, included a challenging mission to Bosnia to combat outbreaks like typhus. Children’s Dispensary, Karlovac: Following the war, she was reassigned to Karlovac, where she became a co-organizer of the Milk Kitchen, a vital service providing hygienic nutrition for socially vulnerable infants. Children’s Day Care Center (Jaslice), Karlovac: In 1953, she was appointed Director of the nursery. Despite chronic funding shortages and aging infrastructure, she was a fierce advocate for improving conditions, successfully petitioning for better nutrition, heating, and laundry facilities for the children. Head Nurse Role: She eventually served as the Head Nurse of the Children’s Dispensary, a position she held until her retirement in 1977. Contribution to Public Health and Education # Beyond clinical settings, Anica Radmanović was a pioneer in health education for mothers. She traveled via a UNICEF-donated Land Rover—or on foot through difficult terrain—to reach rural families. Her work focused on teaching modern hygiene, proper child care, and food preservation to combat the high infant mortality rates of the 1950s.\nLegacy and Retirement # Throughout her career, Radmanović was recognized for being “conscientious, self-sacrificing, disciplined, and punctual”. Outside of nursing, she was an active member of Matica Hrvatska and a long-term blood donor. She passed away in Zagreb on February 17, 1996.\nRelated Information and Locations # Primary Location of Service: Karlovac General Hospital (Opća bolnica Karlovac), Andrije Štampara 3, 47 000 Karlovac, Croatia. Educational Institution: Škola za medicinske sestre Mlinarska, Mlinarska 34, 10 000 Zagreb, Croatia.+1 Inquiries/Correspondence: Snježana Mirilović (smirilovic@gmail.com) or Sanda Franković (sfrankovic@gmail.com) Anica Radmanović (Glina, July 12, 1921 – Zagreb, February 17, 1996) – in the service for the welfare of childrenDownload\n","date":"16 February 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/anica-radmanovic-a-pioneer-in-child-welfare-and-nursing-history-in-karlovac/","section":"Posts","summary":"Anica Radmanović (1921–1996) stands as a foundational figure in the history of Croatian nursing, having dedicated her life to the service and welfare of children. As one of the first […]","title":"Anica Radmanović: A Pioneer in Child Welfare and Nursing History in Karlovac","type":"posts"},{"content":"","date":"6 February 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/tags/antmdn-za-nas/","section":"Tags","summary":"","title":"ANTMDN ZA NAS","type":"tags"},{"content":"","date":"6 February 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/tags/macedonian-nursing/","section":"Tags","summary":"","title":"Macedonian Nursing","type":"tags"},{"content":"","date":"6 February 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/tags/slavjanka-vlahcheva/","section":"Tags","summary":"","title":"Slavjanka Vlahcheva","type":"tags"},{"content":"The exploration of Macedonian nursing history reveals a profound journey of humanity, dedication, and professional evolution, rooted in the pioneering spirit of Slavjanka Vlahcheva. Today, the Union of ANTMDN, led by the Association of Nurses, Technicians, Midwives, and Dental Nurses “ZA NAS,” continues to honor this tradition while shaping a modern healthcare system defined by innovation and ethical excellence.\nSlavjanka Vlahcheva: The Pioneer of Macedonian Nursing # Known as “The Macedonian girl in white,” Slavjanka Vlahcheva remains the cornerstone of the profession in the Republic of Macedonia. Born in 1900 in Shtip, she graduated from the Red Cross Society’s nursing school in Belgrade at the age of 24. Her career was marked by significant public health milestones:\nThe Fight Against Malaria: Upon returning to Shtip, she was actively involved in combating malaria. Public Health Leadership: She played a crucial role in the Macedonian Red Cross and was instrumental in introducing patronage services and the BCG vaccination against tuberculosis. Educational Foundation: In 1945, she was appointed by the Ministry of Public Health as the first director of the School for Nurses in Skopje. Today, her legacy is preserved at the National Institution – Institute and Museum of the City of Shtip, which houses her photographs and records of her numerous merits.\nThe Evolution of Nursing Education # Following the organizational start of medical schools in 1947, nursing education expanded across the country with institutions established in Bitola, Tetovo, and Shtip. This foundation has allowed nursing to occupy its rightful place in modern medical science, ensuring that sick care is constantly modernized through scientific advancement.\nThe Role of the Union of ANTMDN “ZA NAS” # The Society for the History of Nursing, under the leadership of the Union of ANTMDN “ZA NAS,” acts as a guardian of professional values. Led by President MA Gordana Beshliovska and RN Irena Nechovska, the association focuses on:\nAffirming and protecting the ethical values of the nursing profession. Strengthening the nursing identity through historical analysis and professional development. Preparing modern nurses to meet future healthcare challenges with professionalism and humanity. The development of nursing in Macedonia remains inextricably linked to the continuous struggle for professional recognition and the preservation of a rich historical tradition.\n","date":"6 February 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/macedonian-nursing-history-vlahceva/","section":"Posts","summary":"The exploration of Macedonian nursing history reveals a profound journey of humanity, dedication, and professional evolution, rooted in the pioneering spirit of Slavjanka Vlahcheva. Today, the Union of ANTMDN, led […]","title":"The Legacy and Future of Macedonian Nursing History: From Slavjanka Vlahcheva to Modern Excellence","type":"posts"},{"content":"The publication presents the rich history of surgical (operating room) nurses in\nSlovenia. The training of surgical nurses dates back to the late 19th and early 20th\ncenturies, when it was primarily carried out by members of charitable orders,\nespecially the Daughters of Christian Charity of St. Vincent de Paul, also known as\nthe Sisters of Mercy.\nIn early 1946, the first six-month training course for operating room nurses and\northopedic assistants was organized in Ljubljana. In the 1960s, Slovenian nurses\nbegan to establish the first professional sections with the aim of developing more\nspecialized fields of practice. In 1975, the Section of Operating Room Nurses was\nestablished within the Association of Nurses of Slovenia.\n","date":"3 February 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/50-years-of-organized-work-by-surgical-operating-room-nurses-in-slovenia/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"The publication presents the rich history of surgical (operating room) nurses inSlovenia. The training of surgical nurses dates back to the late 19th and early 20thcenturies, when it was primarily […]","title":"50 Years of Organized Work by Surgical (Operating Room) Nurses in Slovenia","type":"publications"},{"content":"The book examines the historical development of community nursing in Slovenia, which has been formally organized since 1975 within the framework of the Slovenian Nurses and Midwives Association.\nCommunity nurses constitute a fundamental component of primary health care, delivering professional support and assistance to individuals and families in their home settings.\nIn addition to archival and documentary sources, the book incorporates personal testimonies and professional narratives of nurses engaged in community practice.\n","date":"25 January 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/50-years-of-the-section-of-nurses-and-health-care-technicians-in-communitynursing/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"The book examines the historical development of community nursing in Slovenia, which has been formally organized since 1975 within the framework of the Slovenian Nurses and Midwives Association. Community nurses […]","title":"50 Years of the Section of Nurses and Health Care Technicians in CommunityNursing","type":"publications"},{"content":"The American Association for the History of Nursing (AAHN) has opened the call for papers for the AAHN Virtual Conference 2026. This 2nd Annual Virtual Conference invites graduate students and early career researchers to explore the compelling theme of “Space, Place, and Patients.”\nScheduled to take place via Zoom from February 19–21, 2026, this event represents a significant opportunity for emerging scholars to present their work to a global audience.\nExploring Space, Place, and Patients # The conference seeks to examine the history of healthcare through the lens of physical and conceptual spaces. While submissions that specifically consider the role of nurses or the nursing profession within these contexts are highly welcomed, the scope is broad.\nPresentations may address any aspect of healthcare history within any geographic region or temporal frame. This inclusive approach encourages a diverse dialogue on how space and place have shaped patient experiences and medical practices throughout history.\nEligibility and Submission Guidelines # This call is specifically targeted at the next generation of historians. The AAHN is seeking submissions from:\nSenior undergraduate students. Graduate students. Early career researchers (defined as those up to 5 years post-PhD). Note: While the call for papers is targeted at students and early researchers, everyone is welcome to attend the event to support the presenters and engage in historical discourse.\nPresentation Format # Accepted presenters will be allotted 20 minutes to deliver their paper. This will be followed by a 10-minute question and answer period, allowing for in-depth engagement with the audience.\nMembership Requirements # You do not need to be a member of the AAHN to submit an abstract. However, if your paper is accepted, you must be (or become) a member to present at the conference.\nStudent Membership Discount: The AAHN offers a special benefit for students: two students from the same institution can secure membership for a total of $100 USD. For more details on benefits, please verify the AAHN Membership Information.\nImportant Dates and How to Submit # To participate in the AAHN Virtual Conference 2026, please ensure you submit your 250-word abstract by the upcoming deadline.\nSubmission Deadline: January 23, 2026 Notification of Acceptance: End of January 2026 Conference Dates: February 19-21, 2026 Where to Submit: Please upload your abstract via the official form here: AAHN Graduate Student \u0026amp; Early Career Researcher Online Conference Abstract Submissions.\nAAHN # View Organiser Website\naahn@aahn.org\n","date":"9 January 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/call-for-papers-aahn-virtual-conference-2026-on-space-place-and-patients/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"The American Association for the History of Nursing (AAHN) has opened the call for papers for the AAHN Virtual Conference 2026. This 2nd Annual Virtual Conference invites graduate students and early c…","title":"Call for Papers: AAHN Virtual Conference 2026 on Space, Place, and Patients","type":"events"},{"content":"The American Association for the History of Nursing (AAHN) is pleased to announce the call for abstracts for the 43rd Annual Nursing and Healthcare History Conference. This prestigious event will be held in Buffalo, NY, from June 3-7, 2026, as a joint meeting with the American Association for the History of Medicine (AAHM). This collaboration offers a unique opportunity for scholars and practitioners to engage in a multidisciplinary dialogue on the evolution of medical care and nursing practice.\nAbstract Submission Tracks # The AAHN invites researchers, educators, and historians to submit their work under one of three distinct tracks. Please ensure your proposal aligns with the specific criteria of your chosen category:\nTrack 1: Original Research: Focuses on completed work utilizing historical methodology. Topics may include nursing and healthcare history across any region or period, as well as intersections with technology, race, gender studies, and economic history. Track 2: Teaching Nursing and Healthcare History: Dedicated to educational scholarship. Submissions should describe the planning, implementation, and evaluation of courses, modules, or specific teaching activities related to healthcare history. Track 3: Thematic Proposals: These 60-minute sessions address broad interest topics such as new historiography themes, research methods, or advocacy. Multidimensional perspectives with multiple speakers are encouraged. Submission Guidelines and Deadlines # To ensure a fair and unbiased review, all submissions must be blinded; please omit all names of authors or organizations within the title and body of the abstract.\nFinal Deadline: The submission portal closes on Monday, December 1, 2025 (Extended from November 17). Word Limit: 500 words or less (excluding references and learning objectives). Format: Abstracts must include Purpose/Background, Methods/Design, Results/Outcomes, and Conclusions/Implications. References: Use the Chicago Manual of Style, 18th Edition for all footnoted references. Presentation Formats and Requirements # Accepted presenters can share their findings through various formats:\nPodium Presentations: A 20-minute talk followed by a 10-minute Q\u0026amp;A. Poster Presentations: Visual displays following AAHN guidelines, with presenters available for discussion during designated times. Panel Presentations: A 60-minute session featuring 3-5 persons addressing a common theme. Important Note for Presenters: All presenters must be AAHN members in good standing, register for the conference, and cover their own travel and accommodation costs.\nEvent Details and Contact Information # Date: June 3-7, 2026 Location: Buffalo, NY Submission Portal: [Oxford Abstracts submission portal] Joint Meeting Partner: American Association for the History of Medicine (AAHM) For more information regarding the application process and specific evaluation criteria, please visit the official AAHN website.\nAAHN # View Organiser Website\naahn@aahn.org\n","date":"6 January 2026","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/call-for-abstracts-43rd-annual-nursing-and-healthcare-history-conference-in-buffalo/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"The American Association for the History of Nursing (AAHN) is pleased to announce the call for abstracts for the 43rd Annual Nursing and Healthcare History Conference. This prestigious event will be h…","title":"Call for Abstracts: 43rd Annual Nursing and Healthcare History Conference in Buffalo","type":"events"},{"content":"Step directly into the life and legacy of Florence Nightingale on an extraordinary two-part, twin-city tour that takes you from the tranquil Rhineland village of Kaiserswerth to the exquisite city of Florence—both her namesake and birthplace. This unique Nightingale Nursing History Tour is guided by the expertise and passion of Dr. Maddie Blackburn OBE, a trained Nightingale nurse and trustee of the former Nightingale Fellowship. Immerse yourself in Europe’s rich nursing history, experiencing it firsthand alongside your professional peers.\nPart 1: In the Footsteps of Florence: A Nightingale Nursing History Tour to Germany (3 May – 6 May 2026)\nBegin your historical journey in Kaiserswerth, the home of the historic Kaiserswerther Diakonie. You will explore the site, including the Florence Nightingale Hospital. Discover the community whose discipline and dedication profoundly shaped Nightingale’s approach to care.\nA Night in the Historic Mutterhaus # During this part of the tour, you will stay at the atmospheric Mutterhaus Hotel. This location was once the Kaiserswerth Sisterhood and Deaconess Institution, where Nightingale trained under its founder, Pastor Theodor Fliedner. The Germany tour concludes with leisure time in the charming city of Düsseldorf. From there, you will follow the scenic Rhine south, with a two-night stop in Basel, before continuing to the second part.\nPart 2: In the Footsteps of Florence: A Nightingale Nursing History Tour to Florence (8 May – 13 May 2026)\nIn Florence, you will uncover the city’s Roman origins as you wander through medieval and Renaissance streets. The tour includes visits to iconic landmarks such as Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo, and the Basilica di Santa Croce.\nCommemorating Nightingale’s Birth # To commemorate Nightingale’s birth on 12 May, the itinerary includes a special visit to Villa Colombaia, the elegant villa where she was born in 1820. Furthermore, you will explore La Specola, a remarkable scientific museum home to the world’s largest collection of 18th-century anatomical wax models. The tour also includes a visit to the ornate pharmacy of Santa Maria Novella, one of the oldest pharmacies in the world.\nBook now and let Jon Baines Tours take you closer than ever to the places that shaped Florence Nightingale’s extraordinary legacy.\nBooking and Contact Details # To find out more about this specific tour and other tours, please use the contact information below:\nWebsite Links: Germany Tour Florence Tour General Tours Email: info@jonbainestours.com Phone: +44 (0)208 223 5618/9485 ","date":"25 November 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/follow-the-footsteps-of-florence-nightingale-a-two-part-nightingale-nursing-history-tour/","section":"Posts","summary":"Step directly into the life and legacy of Florence Nightingale on an extraordinary two-part, twin-city tour that takes you from the tranquil Rhineland village of Kaiserswerth to the exquisite city […]","title":"Follow the Footsteps of Florence Nightingale: A Two-Part Nightingale Nursing History Tour","type":"posts"},{"content":"","date":"20 November 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/tags/cahn/","section":"Tags","summary":"","title":"CAHN","type":"tags"},{"content":"The Canadian Association for the History of Nursing (CAHN/ACHN) is proud to announce its upcoming annual conference. We are currently inviting abstract submissions for the 2026 theme: Nursing Humanities and Historical Imaginations: Exploring the Context and Politics of Nursing Across Time, Place and Medium.\nAs the discipline of nursing history continues to flourish and generate fascinating new studies, the field of medical humanities has seen parallel growth. This call for papers aims to foster a necessary and vibrant dialogue between these two fields.\nExploring the Context of Nursing # The 2026 Annual Meeting seeks submissions that explore the context of nursing work across time, place, and artistic medium. While we encourage papers focusing on the intersection of history and humanities, we also welcome—as is our custom and tradition—any topic related to health history.\nWe invite researchers to submit abstracts addressing the following suggested topics:\nRepresentations in Media: Analyses of nursing in film, literature, art, and photographic representations. Indigenous Perspectives: Indigenous Ways of Knowing in the history of nursing and health. Material Culture: Historicized analyses of nursing uniforms, tools, and objects. Methodological Approaches: Narrative approaches to nursing experiences, visual storytelling, and documentary work. Education and Practice: The role of theatre in nursing education, practice, and research. Memory and Politics: Considerations of memory and commemoration, and the value of the humanities in exploring the politics of nursing. Diverse Narratives: Underrepresented stories in nursing history and historical understandings of nursing across time, space, and place. Conference Details # The Annual Meeting will be co-organized by Dr. Kathryn McPherson and Dr. Lydia Wytenbroek on behalf of CAHN/ACHN.\nDate: May 29 – 31, 2026 Location: York University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada Submission Guidelines # We invite abstracts relating to the topics above or general nursing and health history. Abstracts may be submitted in English or French.\nWe also encourage proposals for full panels or roundtables. These proposals must include a list of panel participants, a description of individual papers, and a rationale for the panel (maximum 250 words).\nDeadline and Contact Information:\nPlease submit your abstract (150-250 words) and a brief biography by January 15, 2026.\nSend submissions to: Dr. Lydia Witenbroek\n","date":"20 November 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/call-for-papers-nursing-humanities-and-historical-imaginations-cahn-annual-meeting-2026-2/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"The Canadian Association for the History of Nursing (CAHN/ACHN) is proud to announce its upcoming annual conference. We are currently inviting abstract submissions for the 2026 theme: Nursing Humaniti…","title":"Call for Papers: Nursing Humanities and Historical Imaginations – CAHN Annual Meeting 2026","type":"events"},{"content":"The In/Out: Histories of Health and Healthcare Conference 2026 is set to be a significant academic event, challenging scholars to examine the structural, material, emotional, and psychological boundaries that have shaped the history of health and healthcare from antiquity to the present day. Hosted at the University of Leeds from 30 June to 3 July 2026, this international conference asks fundamental questions about what it means to be ‘in good health’ and how individuals have historically navigated the gateways, routes, breaks, and barriers of medical systems.\nExploring the Boundaries of Care # As healthcare systems globally face mounting pressure in terms of capacity, cost, and capabilities, the ‘In/Out’ theme offers a critical lens. This concept helps us understand the impact of different forms of access—or lack thereof—on people’s experiences of health, disability, illness, and medical care in the past.\nThe conference particularly seeks to reveal the experiences of those who were out of the formal healthcare system. This includes individuals who could not, or chose not to, access care, or whose access was partial, delayed, interrupted, or contingent. By doing so, the event aims to uncover the associated legacies of harm that can accompany such care inequalities.\nFurthermore, ‘In/Out’ applies to medical practitioners themselves. Whether inside or outside formal care settings, givers and receivers of healthcare have historically entered and exited practice, offering a unique perspective on their own professional and personal experiences.\nCall for Proposals: Themes and Submission Details # Taking a broad definition of both ‘in’ and ‘out,’ proposals are invited from scholars considering experiences of being in and/or out of health or health care in any period or geographical location. We particularly welcome papers and panels that are explicitly inclusive and embed diversity into our discussions.\nPotential submission formats include:\n20-minute individual papers: Must include a paper title, a 250-word abstract, and a 150-word speaker bio. Full panels: Require a panel title, a 200-word rationale, a chair’s bio, and the material (title, abstract, bio) for 3-4 papers. 1.5 hr roundtable/interactive sessions: Need a session title, a 300-word rationale, a 200-word outline of the format and room setup requirements, and bios for the chair and speakers. For further details on potential themes and the scope of the conference, please visit the official page: https://sshm.org/sshm-2026/.\nKey Dates and Contact Information # All submissions must be emailed as a single document attachment to the conference organisers.\nDetail Information Conference Dates 30 June to 3 July 2026 Location University of Leeds, UK Submission Deadline 5.00pm (GMT) 11th January 2026 Notification of Acceptance Beginning of February 2026 Submission Email sshm2026leeds@gmail.com If your session format does not align with the standard definitions, please contact the conference organisers via the submission email to discuss alternative potential formats.\n","date":"20 October 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/in-out-histories-of-health-and-healthcare-conference-2026-at-the-university-of-leeds/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"The In/Out: Histories of Health and Healthcare Conference 2026 is set to be a significant academic event, challenging scholars to examine the structural, material, emotional, and psychological boundar…","title":"In/Out: Histories of Health and Healthcare Conference 2026 at the University of Leeds","type":"events"},{"content":"The UK Association for the History of Nursing (UKAHN) is delighted to announce the date and location for its highly anticipated UKAHN Annual Colloquium 2026. This key event for scholars and practitioners in the history of nursing field is an essential fixture in the academic calendar.\nWe strongly encourage all members, historians, researchers, and students interested in the rich history of nursing to Save the Date for what promises to be an engaging and informative day of presentations and discussion.\nEvent Details # The Colloquium is scheduled to take place on:\nDate: Monday, 1st June 2026 Location: Kingston University, London Kingston University provides a prestigious and stimulating setting for the Colloquium, offering an ideal environment for networking and scholarly exchange among colleagues.\nCall for Abstracts and Further Information # While the full program and the specific details regarding the Call for Abstracts are being finalised, more comprehensive information will be released in the coming months.\nPlease monitor the official UKAHN website regularly for important updates, submission guidelines, and registration details:\nOfficial UKAHN Website: https://ukahn.org/ We look forward to welcoming you to Kingston University, London, for the UKAHN Annual Colloquium 2026.\n","date":"13 October 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/save-the-date-ukahn-annual-colloquium-2026-at-kingston-university-london/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"The UK Association for the History of Nursing (UKAHN) is delighted to announce the date and location for its highly anticipated UKAHN Annual Colloquium 2026. This key event for scholars and practition…","title":"Save the Date: UKAHN Annual Colloquium 2026 at Kingston University, London","type":"events"},{"content":"","date":"13 October 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/tags/ukahn/","section":"Tags","summary":"","title":"UKAHN","type":"tags"},{"content":" The Pioneering Work of the Sisters of Charity in Karlovac # The arrival of the Sisters of Charity in Karlovac marked a pivotal moment in the development of regional healthcare and female education. The published research, titled Sisters of Mercy of St. Vinka Paulski – the Historical Heritage of Nursing in Karlovac, meticulously investigates the extensive contribution and scope of work of the Sisters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul within the City Public Hospital in Karlovac from April 1st, 1888, until October 17th, 1978. This ninety-year period solidifies the Sisters’ legacy as foundational to organized healthcare in the area.\nA Legacy Across Southeast Europe # The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, by founding numerous educational and health-charitable institutions, played a significant and leading role in promoting its mission throughout Southeast Europe until the end of the Second World War. This expansion of organized care helped raise the standard of care for the sick and needy, as well as advancing the level of education, primarily for the female population.\nShaping Modern Nursing in Karlovac # Prior to the Sisters’ formal engagement, organized care in Karlovac before the middle of the 19th century was primarily delivered by military doctors, Franciscans, and semi-educated staff. A significant stride in local healthcare development occurred with the construction of the City Public Hospital in 1846. Following the hospital’s establishment, the Sisters of Charity worked diligently alongside doctors and other staff, ensuring the operation and organization of key hospital services.\nThe commitment and expertise of the Sisters of Charity in Karlovac were crucial for the overall functioning of the hospital infrastructure, including management of the kitchen, laundry, surrounding environment, and even pharmaceutical preparation. Their educational profile, with many possessing professional nursing education, provided a highly structured and dedicated approach to patient care, acting as a crucial bridge to the development of modern nursing in the latter half of the 20th century.\nArticle References (Authors and Contacts) # For further inquiries regarding this historical paper, please contact the authors:\nSnježana Mirilović, Master of Nursing General Hospital Karlovac, A. Štampara 3, HR-47000 Karlovac, Croatia. E-mail: smirilovic@gmail.com. Sanda Franković, Bachelor of Nursing, Prof. of sociology Nursing School Mlinarska, Mlinarska 34, HR-10000 Zagreb, Croatia. E-mail: sfrankovic@gmail.com. ","date":"13 October 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/the-historical-legacy-of-the-sisters-of-charity-in-karlovac/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"The Pioneering Work of the Sisters of Charity in Karlovac The arrival of the Sisters of Charity in Karlovac marked a pivotal moment in the development of regional healthcare and […]","title":"The Historical Legacy of the Sisters of Charity in Karlovac","type":"publications"},{"content":"Call for Papers: Godmother(s) – Exploring Gendered Kinship and Care (19th–21st Centuries)\nThe National Institute of Demographic Studies (INED) is organizing a major international and multidisciplinary conference, “Godmother(s): Gendered Practices of Elective Kinship and Care (19th–21st Centuries),” to be held at Campus Condorcet (Aubervilliers) in June 2026. This event is a crucial part of the research group on elective friendships and kinship, founded within INED’s gender studies unit (UR4).\nThis symposium aims to re-establish godmothering practices—a fascinating type of elective kinship and relational intimacy—within a long and transnational history. The First World War was a pivotal moment, as the socio-cultural model of the war godmother, established in 1915, crystallized and institutionalized this figure, marking the beginning of a long-term practice. The research is fundamentally rooted in the socio-history of gender and sexuality.\nThe Scope of the Research # The conference goes beyond the war godmother-soldier couple to consider the norms, practices, and transgressions of godparenthood across various socio-historical contexts, both before and after 1915.\nThe concept of ‘godmother’ has flexible and blurred boundaries, overlapping with figures like correspondents, mentors in communities (feminist collectives, social networks), and even being repurposed in humanitarian practices like child sponsorship, which Save the Children launched in 1921. This model, rooted in the wartime “marraines,” highlights the durability and plasticity of this relational form.\nThe godparenthood relationship is often structurally asymmetrical, embodying and crystallizing power relations based on gender, class, race, and age. Participants are invited to critically examine how gendered kinship and care define forms of godmotherhood, how masculinities are shaped, and the political/colonial uses of these practices. Crucially, the symposium also encourages incorporating non-heteronormative practices into the discussion, such as chosen families, “intimate alliances,” and “houses” built around voguing and ballrooms.\nKey Thematic Axes for Contributions # The organizing committee invites papers from history, gender studies, literature, sociology, and anthropology, among others, to address the following themes (non-exhaustive list):\nTopic 1 – Godmother(s): Cultural Construction of a Gendered Stereotype Focus: Representations (novels, films, etc.), continuity of the imagery forged in 1915, and non-heteronormative variations. Topic 2 – Godmothering Practices: Definitions, Acts, Networks Focus: Vocabulary issues, practicalities (letters, parcels, visits), and social roles and care practices. Topic 3 – Long-distance Contact: Forms, Mediums, Scales Focus: Networking, circulations (epistolary, material), the role of institutions, and geographies of care and social distances. Topic 4 – Godparenting in Colonial Context Focus: Godmothers and soldiers in colonial territories, race and gender issues, and the participation of white women in colonization. Submission Guidelines and Deadlines # Proposals must be limited to 4,000 characters (including spaces) and must contain a title, a detailed abstract, the materials/corpus discussed, and a short bibliography.\nThe working languages of the conference are French, English, and Spanish.\nSubmission Deadline: Proposals must be sent to the organizers before 30 November 2025. Encouragement: Young researchers, independent researchers, and those working in feminist, gender, queer, and intersectional studies are particularly encouraged to submit. Support: The organizing committee may cover travel and accommodation expenses in Paris/Aubervilliers for accepted participants. Please submit your proposal and any queries to the organizing committee’s email address.\nOrganising committee # Claire-Lise Gaillard, Research Fellow, INED\nAliénor Gandanger, PhD student, University of Caen and University of Luxembourg\nIrène Gimenez, postdoctoral researcher, Sorbonne University (SOUND)\nMarie Leyder, postdoctoral researcher, University of Geneva / La Source Institute and University\nof Health Sciences\nIned # View Organiser Website\n","date":"30 September 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/godmothers-gendered-kinship-care-and-power-dynamics-in-a-new-international-conference/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"Call for Papers: Godmother(s) – Exploring Gendered Kinship and Care (19th–21st Centuries)","title":"Godmother(s): Gendered Kinship, Care, and Power Dynamics in a New International Conference","type":"events"},{"content":"Established under an act of the Westminster parliament, the General Nursing Council for Ireland\nwas the first state body to regulate nursing in Ireland. Its establishment coincided with the period\nleading up to the creation of the Irish Free State and was a significant office of public\nadministration in the newly-independent Ireland.\nThe Council developed the necessary architecture to bring nursing under one controlling authority and it played an important role in the fledgling state’s plans to develop a modern health service for its people. Set against the post-colonial background of the dismantling of the British administration in Ireland and the restructuring and expansion of the health services in the decades after 1920, this book examines\nthe work of the Council, its deliberations and decisions and the challenges that it encountered in\nexercising its regulatory function.\nBased on new archival research, this is the first book to examine the history of the Council, which regulated nursing in Ireland for thirty years.\nFurther information on the book is available at the link below:\n","date":"30 September 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/the-nurse-and-the-state-a-history-of-the-general-nursing-council-for-ireland-1920-1950/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"Established under an act of the Westminster parliament, the General Nursing Council for Irelandwas the first state body to regulate nursing in Ireland. Its establishment coincided with the periodleading up to […]","title":"The nurse and the state: A history of the General Nursing Council for Ireland, 1920–1950","type":"publications"},{"content":"The study of material culture has unlocked new ways of understanding history. In the medical humanities, focusing on objects has enabled historians to move beyond traditional, heroic narratives of medical innovators and instead explore the lived experiences of patients. The one-day online workshop, “Object Stories in Health and Medicine, 1700-1900,” aims to enrich the practice of working with objects as primary sources. This event, hosted by the University of Birmingham, will take place via Zoom on Friday, December 5, 2025.\nThis online workshop addresses the need for more research into earlier periods of medical history. By focusing on the 18th and 19th centuries, the workshop offers a long-term perspective that crosses conventional historical periods. Participants will explore the rise of medical professionalism, the proliferation of specialisms, the growth of institutional care, and changing theories of the body and mind, all within the context of the lived experience of health and sickness.\nCall for Papers: Submit Your Proposal # Scholars are invited to submit proposals for 15-minute talks centered on a single object related to health or medicine from the period 1700-1900. This is a unique opportunity to explore the methodological possibilities and pitfalls of a material approach to historical research, particularly when dealing with historically marginalized groups. The workshop seeks to develop and advance creative and ethical methods for analyzing the histories of medicine and health.\nThe organizers welcome proposals on a variety of themes, including but not limited to:\nMedical education and practice Health and personal care Medical personas and patient identities Sexuality, sexology, and sexual health Health inequalities linked to race and class Mental health and wellbeing Anatomy, pathology, and physiology Fine art and its intersections with medicine Health and medicine in museums and archives To participate, interested individuals should submit a single document containing a 250-word proposal, an image of their chosen object, and a 150-word biography. All materials must be sent to Dr. Anna Jamieson and Dr. Rebecca Whiteley The deadline for submissions is Monday, October 6.\n","date":"22 September 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/unveiling-medical-histories-object-stories-in-health-and-medicine-1700-1900/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"The study of material culture has unlocked new ways of understanding history. In the medical humanities, focusing on objects has enabled historians to move beyond traditional, heroic narratives of med…","title":"Unveiling Medical Histories: Object Stories in Health and Medicine, 1700-1900","type":"events"},{"content":"The 2026 HSS Annual Meeting and the 2026 ESHS/HSS Joint Meeting are the same event, not two separate ones. This page is kept only to point readers to the correct listing.\nGo to the full listing # Complete and verified details are here:\nCall for Proposals: “Shifting Perspectives” – 2026 ESHS \u0026amp; HSS Joint Meeting in Edinburgh\nCorrected details # Event: 2026 Joint Meeting of the European Society for the History of Science (ESHS) and the History of Science Society (HSS) Theme: “Shifting Perspectives: Plural Worlds, Contested Sciences” Dates: 12–16 July 2026 Location: Edinburgh, Scotland. Venues include the Edinburgh International Conference Centre, the Edinburgh Futures Institute and the National Museum of Scotland Supported by: the British Society for the History of Science (BSHS) Call for proposals: closed on 1 December 2025. The final programme has been published An earlier version of this page gave dates and a venue that do not match the official programme. Readers should rely on the listing linked above, or on the official HSS conference page.\nContinue browsing # For other conferences and calls in nursing history, see EAHN’s upcoming events and the EAHN Bulletin.\n","date":"22 September 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/hss-annual-meeting-2026-call-for-papers-in-edinburgh/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"The 2026 HSS Annual Meeting and the 2026 ESHS/HSS Joint Meeting are the same event, not two separate ones. This page is kept only to point readers to the correct listing.","title":"2026 HSS Annual Meeting: See the ESHS/HSS Joint Meeting Listing","type":"events"},{"content":"","date":"22 September 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/tags/history-of-science/","section":"Tags","summary":"","title":"History of Science","type":"tags"},{"content":"The XIX National and XIV International Congress of Nursing History, under the compelling theme “Deconstructing the gender of care, taking a stand from the history of nursing,” invites professionals, academics, and students to an essential event dedicated to exploring the historical role of nursing and its significant contributions to building a more equitable and conscious society.\nThis congress offers a unique platform for discussion and knowledge sharing, aiming to strengthen the professional identity of nurses through a critical and engaged perspective. The event will take place from May 20 to 22, 2026, at the Health Sciences Building of the University of Valladolid, Spain. Valladolid, a city rich in historical and cultural heritage, provides an ideal backdrop for this gathering, encouraging attendees to reflect on the past to transform the present and shape the future of nursing.\nProvisional Program Highlights # The organizing committee has meticulously prepared a provisional program, subject to minor modifications for organizational or logistical reasons. We highly recommend checking the congress website regularly for any updates.\nWednesday, May 20, 2026\n3:00 PM – 3:30 PM: Material collection. 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM: Simultaneous workshops. 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM: Inaugural table. 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Inaugural lecture. 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM: Welcome cocktail. Thursday, May 21, 2026\n9:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Simultaneous oral communication sessions. 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM: Conference. 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Coffee break and poster communication exhibition. 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Roundtable discussion. 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Lunch. 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM: Doctoral students’ roundtable. 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM: Coffee break and poster communication exhibition. 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM: Simultaneous oral communication sessions. 8:00 PM: Guided tour. Friday, May 22, 2026\n9:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Simultaneous oral communication sessions. 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Recognition of Dr. Santo Tomás Pérez. 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM: Coffee break and poster communication exhibition. 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Closing lecture. 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Awards ceremony and closing remarks. Registration and Fees # To participate in this unique event, please complete the registration form available on the digital platform.\nRegistration Fees:\nCategory Until January 31, 2026 From February 1, 2026 General Attendee 275 € 350 € Young Researchers (Pre-doctoral \u0026amp; Master’s) 150 € 200 € Undergraduate Student 90 € 140 € Please note: Justification of enrollment or an equivalent accreditation document must be attached for young researchers and undergraduate students.\nThe registration fee includes:\nCongress documentation. Access to all lectures, workshops, and communications. Working lunch, coffee breaks, and welcome cocktail. Certificates of attendance and/or participation. General Conditions:\nA copy of the bank transfer and, if applicable, proof of enrollment or accreditation document, must be sent to inscripciones@xixcongresohistoriadelaenfermeria.es. No refunds of the congress fee are permitted. Call for Papers: Communication Guidelines # The Scientific Committee has established the following guidelines for submitting papers to the congress.\nTheme and General Requirements: Communications must relate to the congress theme: “DECONSTRUCTING THE GENDER OF CARE TAKING A STAND FROM THE HISTORY OF NURSING.”\nWorks must be original and unpublished, not previously presented or published elsewhere. Any prior publication must be notified at the time of submission. All current ethical and legal regulations must be respected. Communication proposals should be written in Spanish and submitted in one of two accepted modalities: oral communication or poster. The Scientific Committee reserves the right to change the proposed modality, with prior notification to the authors. Original studies such as historiography, oral history, narrative reviews, systematic reviews, and phenomenology are accepted. Submission Deadline:\nFrom August 3, 2025, to February 3, 2026. Maximum Length:\n300 words, excluding bibliography. Submission Method:\nExclusively online, via the congress website’s submission form. No graphics, tables, or images are permitted in the abstract. Abstract Structure:\nTitle (all caps, maximum 15 words). Authorship (workplace and email of corresponding author). Introduction and objective. Methodology. Results. Conclusions. Bibliography (APA 7th edition style) and documentary sources. Authorship Details:\nFull name of the principal author. Workplace. Email address. Full name and workplace of co-authors (maximum five). Declaration of potential conflicts of interest. Authorship Rules:\nEach principal author may submit a maximum of two communication proposals but can be listed as a co-author on other proposals. Each proposal may have a maximum of five authors and must be accompanied by a declaration of potential conflicts of interest. Presentation of the work is contingent upon the principal author’s registration for the Congress. Presentation Format and Time:\nPresentations will be in PowerPoint format, using the official congress template. The duration will be determined by the session moderator. Following the presentation, a brief discussion period will be open, requiring the authors’ presence. Only presented works will be accredited. Awards and Publications # Awards for Best Communications: The “Prof. Dr. Francisca J. Hernández Martín” Research Award will be given to the best research paper submitted for this year’s call. Winners will be selected by the Scientific Committee during the Congress. The decision is final, and awards may be declared vacant if works do not meet minimum quality requirements.\nCongress Abstract Book: A monograph will be published by Ediciones Universidad de Valladolid, featuring extended abstracts of selected lectures, thematic tables, and communications. The extended abstract should not exceed 1,700 words and must be submitted before March 27, 2026.\nFinal Considerations: Participation in the Congress implies acceptance of these regulations. Non-compliance with any of the guidelines may result in the rejection of the communication.\nVenue and Contact Information # The congress will be held at the Faculty of Nursing of Valladolid, located at Avenida Ramón y Cajal, 7. 47005 – Valladolid.\nFor inquiries regarding registrations, please contact: inscripciones@xixcongresohistoriadelaenfermeria.es\nFor inquiries regarding communications, please contact: comunicaciones@xixcongresohistoriadelaenfermeria.es\nAccommodation for Congress Attendees # To assist with your stay during the congress, a special rate has been arranged at the Hotel Zentral Parque. If you are interested in booking at this hotel or exploring other accommodation options, please contact Víctor Manso at victor.manso@halconviajes.com. The travel agency will offer various alternatives tailored to your needs, including accommodation type, location, budget, accessibility, amenities, and services.\n","date":"2 August 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/xix-national-and-xiv-international-congress-of-nursing-history-deconstructing-the-gender-of-care/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"The XIX National and XIV International Congress of Nursing History, under the compelling theme “Deconstructing the gender of care, taking a stand from the history of nursing,” invites professionals, a…","title":"XIX National and XIV International Congress of Nursing History: Deconstructing the Gender of Care","type":"events"},{"content":"Después de estudiar en un trabajo anterior las consecuencias de la Guerra Civil en el sistema hospitalario de la ciudad de Valencia y su área de influencia, en la presente monografía el autor aborda el impacto del conflicto en el sistema penitenciario de la misma zona, analizando las condiciones sanitarias de las prisiones.\nLa situación de retaguardia de Valencia durante el conflicto hizo que grandes contingentes de prisioneros fueran trasladados a la ciudad y sus alrededores. Esto hizo necesario aumentar el universo carcelario mediante dos estrategias: la reorganización de las prisiones existentes antes del estallido de la guerra y la habilitación ad hoc de nuevos espacios de reclusión en edificios confiscados.\nLa República Española, desde su capital en la ciudad del Turia, realizó un gran esfuerzo presupuestario y suministró a las prisiones jabón, desinfectantes, alimentos y recursos médicos, tanto humanos como materiales. La duración de la guerra, sin embargo, provocó el colapso del sistema penitenciario, lo que significó el hacinamiento de presos y la degradación de sus condiciones higiénico-sanitarias.\nSobre el Autor # Xavier Garcia Ferrandis (Valencia, 1974) es doctor en Medicina y Cirugía por la Universitat de València. Su trayectoria investigadora se ha centrado en analizar el impacto que tuvo la Guerra Civil Española (1936-1939) en los sistemas sanitarios. Ha publicado La introducción de la anestesia en la ciudad de Valencia (Servei de Publicacions de l’Ajuntament de València, 2011) y La asistencia sanitaria en la ciudad de València durante la Guerra Civil (PUV, 2015).\nEs autor, asimismo, de una decena de colaboraciones en obras colectivas y de más de una veintena de artículos publicados en revistas especializadas en Historia de la Medicina.\n","date":"17 July 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/salud-y-enfermedad-tras-las-rejas-durante-la-guerra-civil/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"Después de estudiar en un trabajo anterior las consecuencias de la Guerra Civil en el sistema hospitalario de la ciudad de Valencia y su área de influencia, en la presente […]","title":"Salud y enfermedad tras las rejas durante la Guerra Civil","type":"publications"},{"content":"The European Society for the History of Science (ESHS) and the History of Science Society (HSS) are pleased to announce their joint meeting in 2026. This significant event, titled “Shifting Perspectives: Plural Worlds, Contested Sciences,” will take place at the historic University of Edinburgh, Scotland, from July 13 to July 16, 2026.\nThis joint meeting, organized by the HSS and ESHS with the valuable support of the British Society for the History of Science (BSHS), invites scholars and researchers to contribute to a rich discourse on the evolving landscape of scientific understanding. The theme “Shifting Perspectives: Plural Worlds, Contested Sciences” encourages exploration of diverse viewpoints, the multifaceted nature of scientific knowledge, and the historical contexts in which scientific ideas have been debated and challenged.\nResearchers are encouraged to submit proposals that align with this compelling theme. This is an unparalleled opportunity to engage with leading historians of science, share groundbreaking research, and contribute to the vibrant international community dedicated to the history of science.\nThe deadline for submitting proposals is Friday, December 1, 2025, at 11:59 pm PST. The abstract submission site will be announced soon.\nFor comprehensive details and to access the full Call for Proposals, please visit the official link: Here.\nShould you have any questions regarding the program or the submission process, please do not hesitate to contact the Program Co-Chairs via email at: info@hssonline.org.\n# ESHS # View Organiser Website\n","date":"17 July 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/call-for-proposals-shifting-perspectives-2026-eshs-hss-joint-meeting-in-edinburgh/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"The European Society for the History of Science (ESHS) and the History of Science Society (HSS) are pleased to announce their joint meeting in 2026. This significant event, titled “Shifting Perspectiv…","title":"Call for Proposals: “Shifting Perspectives” – 2026 ESHS \u0026 HSS Joint Meeting in Edinburgh","type":"events"},{"content":"Join us for an insightful digital workshop exploring comparative methods and their histories. This two-day online event, hosted by the ERC project “Reassembling the Republic of Letters, 1500-1800: A Digital Global History of Communication,” promises a deep dive into the evolution and application of comparative approaches across various disciplines.\nThe workshop will feature two distinct sessions, each focusing on critical aspects of comparative methodologies. The first session will delve into the history of comparative methods, tracing their intellectual trajectories and transformations over time. This exploration will provide a crucial context for understanding how these methods have shaped academic inquiry. The second session will shift focus to the contemporary application and challenges of comparative research, particularly in the context of digital humanities. Experts will discuss the opportunities and complexities of employing comparative techniques with digital tools and large datasets.\nThis event is a unique opportunity for researchers, scholars, and students interested in digital humanities, historical methodology, and the theory of comparison. Participants will gain valuable insights into the theoretical underpinnings and practical applications of comparative methods, fostering a richer understanding of interdisciplinary research.\nFor more information, see the workshop webpage:\n","date":"7 July 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/digital-workshop-comparative-methods-and-their-histories/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"Join us for an insightful digital workshop exploring comparative methods and their histories. This two-day online event, hosted by the ERC project “Reassembling the Republic of Letters, 1500-1800: A D…","title":"Digital Workshop: Comparative Methods and Their Histories","type":"events"},{"content":"","date":"7 July 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/tags/workshop/","section":"Tags","summary":"","title":"Workshop","type":"tags"},{"content":"We are pleased to announce a significant international explorative workshop titled “Trauma, Institutional Knowledge, and Social Order: New Perspectives from Eastern and Western Europe during the Cold War.” This workshop invites scholars to delve into a critical, yet often underexplored, aspect of recent European history: the institutional responses to psychic suffering and trauma during the Cold War era.\nSet to take place from December 3rd to 5th, 2025, at the University of Graz, Austria, this event offers a unique platform for interdisciplinary discussion and the sharing of new research.\nUnpacking Trauma in Cold War Europe # The workshop aims to critically examine how “trauma” emerged not only as a therapeutic concept but also as a political discourse and an administrative practice across Europe after 1945. It seeks to understand the diverse ways psychiatric diagnoses, forensic reports, police investigations, and bureaucratic procedures shaped societal approaches to various forms of distress. This includes experiences such as political violence, armed conflicts, mass displacement, natural catastrophes, epidemics, and other structural forms of harm that defined the period.\nMoving beyond studies solely focused on the long-term psychological consequences of World War II, this workshop emphasizes the Cold War as a period of continuous upheaval. It highlights the development of new institutional responses to psychic distress, while also acknowledging the enduring legacies of earlier violence. Our goal is to uncover specifically European trajectories in the conceptual and institutional history of ‘trauma’, providing fresh insights into trauma institutional Cold War Europe.\nNew Perspectives on Institutional Approaches # The workshop encourages contributions grounded in institutional archives and documentary sources. These include, but are not limited to, psychiatric and therapeutic case files, forensic assessments, hospital records, bureaucratic documents, police files, and court proceedings. Such materials are invaluable for revealing how societies perceived, managed, classified—or failed to address—mental suffering under specific historical conditions.\nThis event actively engages with recent historiographical debates that challenge simplistic East–West dichotomies regarding the recognition of psychic suffering. Evidence suggests that similar diagnostic and administrative frameworks were often in place across both systems until around 1980. The workshop invites participants to explore how psychic distress was defined, regulated, or marginalized in diverse national and political contexts across Europe during the Cold War. Understanding this complex trauma institutional Cold War Europe landscape is crucial for a nuanced historical analysis.\nPossible Topics for Contribution: # We welcome abstract submissions on a range of topics, including (but not limited to):\nPsychiatric, legal, and other administrative approaches to psychic suffering in Eastern and Western Europe. Diagnostic strategies: navigating between pathologization, normalization, acknowledgement, and ignorance. The use of forensic reports, police files, and psychiatric records as sources for the history of trauma. The intricate relationship between political repression, mental distress, and medical classification. Social, gender, environmental, health, and economic dimensions influencing the (non-)recognition of psychic vulnerability. Institutional logics in addressing war trauma, imprisonment-related suffering, and structural violence. Interactions between medical knowledge, administrative practices, and norms of psychological normalcy. Practical Information and Submission Details: # The workshop is a collaborative effort, jointly organized by:\nThe Institute of History, Department of Southeast European History and Anthropology at the University of Graz (Heike Karge) The Institute for the History of Medicine and Ethics in Medicine at the Charité Berlin (Ketil Slagstad, Volker Hess) The German Police University in Münster (Gundula Gahlen) Date: December 3–5, 2025 Location: University of Graz, Institute of History, Austria Language: The workshop will be conducted entirely in English. Working Papers: We plan to circulate working papers in advance to facilitate in-depth discussion. Funding: Travel and accommodation costs for accepted participants will be covered. Submission Guidelines:\nPlease submit your abstract (maximum 300 words) and a short biographical note (maximum 150 words) by July 1st, 2025, to:\nHeike Karge\nNotification of Acceptance: By July 15th, 2025. Deadline for Paper Submission: November 3rd, 2025. We look forward to receiving your proposals and to a stimulating workshop on the critical intersections of trauma institutional Cold War Europe studies.\nContact:\nProf. Dr. Heike Karge\nSoutheast European History and Anthropology\nUniversity of Graz\nUniversity of Graz # View Organiser Website\n","date":"28 May 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/cfp-trauma-institutional-cold-war-europe-graz/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"We are pleased to announce a significant international explorative workshop titled “Trauma, Institutional Knowledge, and Social Order: New Perspectives from Eastern and Western Europe during the Cold …","title":"Call for Papers: Trauma, Institutional Knowledge, and Social Order in Cold War Europe","type":"events"},{"content":"For centuries, libraries have been more than just repositories of written knowledge. They have served as dynamic centers where intellectual inquiry intertwined with tangible objects, from intricate scientific instruments to exotic specimens. This rich libraries’ instruments history, often overlooked, will take center stage at the upcoming international conference, “Beyond Books: Instruments and Knowledge in Libraries,” set to convene on January 14-15, 2026, at the Musée d’histoire des sciences in Geneva.\nThis groundbreaking conference aims to re-evaluate the traditional narrative of library history, which has largely focused on texts, reading practices, and architectural developments. By spotlighting the crucial role of instruments and diverse objects, “Beyond Books” seeks to offer a richer, more comprehensive understanding of libraries as multifaceted institutions that have fostered both theoretical and practical knowledge.\nA Journey Through Time: Exploring Libraries’ Instruments History # From the astrolabes and quadrants gracing medieval library collections alongside explanatory treatises, to the “mathematical instruments” envisioned in Renaissance theories, the integration of objects into library holdings has a long and fascinating history. The emergence of “cabinets of curiosities” between the 16th and 18th centuries further expanded this practice, with libraries acquiring an astonishing array of maps, portraits, coins, medals, natural specimens, models, and exotic artifacts.\nThese objects were not merely decorative; they served vital epistemological functions. Stored in close proximity to books, or in adjoining rooms, instruments acted as three-dimensional representations of knowledge, offering hands-on engagement. They were instrumental in understanding scientific texts, serving as illustrative examples and powerful mnemonic tools. This intimate interaction between instruments and books was a defining characteristic of library management, both private and public, from the 17th century onwards.\nBridging Disciplines: What to Expect # “Beyond Books: Instruments and Knowledge in Libraries” will adopt a deliberately multidisciplinary and diachronic approach. Scholars from various fields are invited to explore the acquisition, status, and use of instruments in libraries across different time periods, geographical areas, and knowledge cultures.\nPossible topics for discussion and presentation include, but are not limited to:\nConceptualizing “Scientific Instruments” in Libraries: Defining and understanding what constituted a “scientific instrument” within historical library contexts. Cabinets of Curiosities and Libraries: Exploring the symbiotic relationship and overlaps between these two historical entities. User-Oriented Perspectives: Examining how users interacted with and utilized instruments within library settings. Scientific Practices in Libraries: Delving into the actual scientific work conducted within library walls or in science-focused libraries. Paper and Parchment Instruments: Investigating the unique category of instruments crafted from these materials. Biography of Instruments: Tracing the journey of instruments before, during, and after their inclusion in library collections. Cataloguing and Regulations: Analyzing how instruments were documented in library catalogues and governed by library rules. Collection Management and Conservation: Discussing historical furniture, storage procedures, and contemporary conservation challenges and strategies. Curatorial Strategies and Careers: Exploring the roles and practices of those responsible for managing these unique collections. This conference promises to be an enriching experience for historians of science, librarians, museum professionals, and anyone interested in the material culture of knowledge. It is an opportunity to uncover the profound ways in which libraries have, for centuries, extended “beyond books” to encompass a vast universe of instruments and knowledge.\nImportant Information: # Conference Dates: January 14-15, 2026 Venue: Musée d’histoire des sciences, Geneva Organizers: [If you have organizer names/institutions, insert them here. Otherwise, you can omit or state “Organized by leading institutions in the history of science and libraries.”] **Call for Papers/Abstracts:**Proposals of 300 words max. — in French or English — should be sent to Rossella Baldi and Samuel Gessner. The deadline for submissions is 15th June 2025. Comité scientifique # Rossella Baldi Jérôme Baudry Samuel Gessner Laurence-Isaline Stahl-Gretsch Stay tuned for more updates on this fascinating conference!\n","date":"26 May 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/libraries-instruments-history-conference-geneva/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"For centuries, libraries have been more than just repositories of written knowledge. They have served as dynamic centers where intellectual inquiry intertwined with tangible objects, from intricate sc…","title":"Beyond Books: Exploring Libraries’ Instruments History at International Conference","type":"events"},{"content":"Dear members,\nOn this International Nurses’ Day, the board of the European Association for the History of Nursing extend our deepest gratitude to nurses across the continent. As we reflect on this years’ theme ‘Caring for nurses, strengthening healthcare’ we do so with pride in nursing’s legacy, but also with growing concern for the challenges facing the profession today.\nOur Association is dedicated to preserving, promoting and advancing the rich history of nursing across Europe and beyond. History shows us that nurses have been at society’s forefront in times of crisis. Today this tradition continues, as nurses take up their role as caregivers and leaders in the face of armed conflict, humanitarian crises and the growing impacts of climate change.\nAs historians, we understand the importance of recording and sharing these stories: not only to honor the commitment of nurses today, but also to ensure that future generations recognize the importance of a strong nursing profession. Caring for nurses is essential for the health and well-being of our world.\nOn behalf of the board of the European Association for the History of Nursing, I extend our warmest wishes to you all on this International Nurses’ Day. Together, let us work toward a safer, healthier, and more peaceful future.\nHugo Schalkwijk\nEAHN PRESIDENT\n","date":"12 May 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/05-12-2025-international-nurses-day/","section":"Posts","summary":"Dear members, On this International Nurses’ Day, the board of the European Association for the History of Nursing extend our deepest gratitude to nurses across the continent. As we reflect […]","title":"05/12/2025 – International Nurses’ Day","type":"posts"},{"content":"Dear members,\nOn this International Nurses’ Day, the board of the European Association for the History of Nursing extend our deepest gratitude to nurses across the continent. As we reflect on this years’ theme ‘Caring for nurses, strengthening healthcare’ we do so with pride in nursing’s legacy, but also with growing concern for the challenges facing the profession today.\nOur Association is dedicated to preserving, promoting and advancing the rich history of nursing across Europe and beyond. History shows us that nurses have been at society’s forefront in times of crisis. Today this tradition continues, as nurses take up their role as caregivers and leaders in the face of armed conflict, humanitarian crises and the growing impacts of climate change.\nAs historians, we understand the importance of recording and sharing these stories: not only to honor the commitment of nurses today, but also to ensure that future generations recognize the importance of a strong nursing profession. Caring for nurses is essential for the health and well-being of our world.\nOn behalf of the board of the European Association for the History of Nursing, I extend our warmest wishes to you all on this International Nurses’ Day. Together, let us work toward a safer, healthier, and more peaceful future.\nHugo Schalkwijk\nEAHN PRESIDENT\n","date":"10 May 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/international-nurses-day-2025/","section":"Pages","summary":"Dear members, On this International Nurses’ Day, the board of the European Association for the History of Nursing extend our deepest gratitude to nurses across the continent. As we reflect […]","title":"05/12/2025 – International Nurses’ Day","type":"pages"},{"content":"","date":"10 May 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/pages/","section":"Pages","summary":"","title":"Pages","type":"pages"},{"content":"","date":"9 May 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/tags/awards--prizes/","section":"Tags","summary":"","title":"Awards \u0026 Prizes","type":"tags"},{"content":"The American Association for the History of Nursing (AAHN) is currently accepting submissions for its four distinguished research awards, presented annually at the Fall AAHN Conference. This is a fantastic opportunity for nursing history scholars at all stages of their careers to gain recognition for their significant contributions to the field.\nRecognizing Excellence in Nursing History Research # The AAHN offers the following awards:\nThe Teresa E. Christy Award: Celebrates outstanding historical research and writing by students, typically recognizing exceptional dissertations. The Lavinia L. Dock Award: Honors exemplary research and writing within a book authored by an experienced scholar in nursing history. The Mary Adelaide Nutting Award: Acknowledges outstanding research and writing from experienced scholars or students (primarily post-doctoral manuscripts or articles; pre-doctoral student articles should be directed to the Christy Award). The Mary M. Roberts Award: Recognizes exceptional original research and writing in an edited book focused on nursing history. Eligibility and Submission Details # Please note that only AAHN members are eligible to apply for these prestigious awards. If you are not yet a member, we encourage you to join to take advantage of this and other valuable opportunities.\nThe deadline for all award submissions is June 15, 2025.\nSubmissions can be sent electronically to this email. Please ensure you include the specific award you are applying for in the subject line of your email.\nAlternatively, you can mail your submission to the following address, clearly indicating the specific award on the envelope:\nAAHN Attn: (Award for which you are submitting) PO Box 7 Mullica Hill, NJ 08062 USA\nDon’t Miss This Opportunity! # This is an excellent chance to showcase your research and contribute to the advancement of nursing history scholarship. We encourage all eligible AAHN members to submit their work.\nFor more comprehensive information about each award, including specific criteria and guidelines, please visit the official AAHN website: [Insert AAHN Website Link Here].\nReady to submit your work? Don’t delay – the deadline is June 15, 2025!\nAAHN # View Organiser Website\naahn@aahn.org\n","date":"9 May 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/call-for-submissions-prestigious-research-awards-in-nursing-history-by-the-aahn/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"The American Association for the History of Nursing (AAHN) is currently accepting submissions for its four distinguished research awards, presented annually at the Fall AAHN Conference. This is a fant…","title":"Call for Submissions: Prestigious Research Awards in Nursing History by the AAHN","type":"events"},{"content":"The prestigious European Journal for Nursing History and Ethics has announced its call for abstracts for its eighth issue, scheduled for publication in 2026. This interdisciplinary, peer-reviewed Open Access e-Journal spans the Humanities, Nursing Science, Social Sciences, and Cultural Studies, publishing annually with each edition featuring a specific theme alongside an open section for various topics.\n“To Become a Nurse”: Theme for 2026 # The upcoming issue will explore the theme “To Become a Nurse,” focusing on the historical development of nursing education and ethical training across Europe. The journal aims to examine how nursing education models have evolved differently across countries, influenced by various factors including academization processes and denominational nursing traditions.\nThe special issue will identify and discuss differences in developments, societal conditions, and structural frameworks that have shaped nursing education historically. A central focus will be the formation of professional and ethical standards within the nursing profession.\nHistorical and Ethical Perspectives # The call for abstracts highlights that the question of how to become a “good” nurse has a long history in nursing debates and remains relevant today. Even in early nursing training, developing a nurse’s character was considered as important as practical and theoretical training. In modern nursing education, developing an ethical attitude continues to play a crucial role alongside teaching ethical foundations.\nResearchers may explore historical topics such as:\nEvolution of concepts guiding nursing training Development of nursing training content over time Influence of nursing science on training practices Integration of theoretical and practical training Role of character development and ethical attitude formation Ethical questions for consideration include:\nMethods for teaching ethical education and developing ethical attitudes Conceptual and practical challenges in ethics teaching Effective pedagogical approaches for teaching nursing ethics Framework conditions needed for quality ethics education Submission Details # The journal is seeking contributions for:\nThe themed section on “To Become a Nurse” The open section for various topics “Lost and Found” section (for shorter articles on remarkable objects, texts, pictures, or movies relevant to nursing history and ethics) “Forum” section (for shorter articles on current debates) Important deadlines:\nAbstract submission: May 31, 2025 Manuscript submission: November 30, 2025 Prof. Dr. Susanne Kreutzer\nmail\nand Prof. Dr. Karen Nolte\nmail\nThe journal publishes original research on European nursing history and the reciprocal relationships between European and non-European societies. Authors must declare that their submissions have not been published elsewhere. Publishing in this Open Access journal is free of charge.\nWhy Submit? # This opportunity allows researchers in nursing history and ethics to contribute to important discussions about how nursing education has evolved and how ethical considerations have shaped the profession. By examining historical contexts and current challenges, contributors can help shape understanding of nursing education’s past, present, and future.\nResearchers interested in the intersection of nursing history, ethics, education, and professional development are encouraged to consider submitting their work to this respected journal.\n","date":"6 April 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/call-for-abstracts-european-journal-for-nursing-history-and-ethics-explores-to-become-a-nurse-for-2026-issue/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"The prestigious European Journal for Nursing History and Ethics(https://www.enhe.eu/enhe) has announced its call for abstracts for its eighth issue, scheduled for publication in 2026. This interdiscip…","title":"Call for Abstracts: European Journal for Nursing History and Ethics Explores “To Become a Nurse” for 2026 Issue","type":"events"},{"content":"","date":"6 April 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/tags/nursing-education/","section":"Tags","summary":"","title":"Nursing Education","type":"tags"},{"content":"Nursing Archives Associates will be presenting “Massachusetts General Hospital Nursing Education Across 150 Years: A Case Study in Social Factors Impacting Its Success”\non April 23rd,\nfrom 1-2 Eastern Time\nvia Zoom.\nRegister here\n","date":"19 March 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/massachusetts-general-hospital-nursing-education-across-150-years-a-case-study-in-social-factors-impacting-its-success/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"Nursing Archives Associates will be presenting “Massachusetts General Hospital Nursing Education Across 150 Years: A Case Study in Social Factors Impacting Its Success”\non April 23rd,\nfrom 1-2 Eas…","title":"Massachusetts General Hospital Nursing Education Across 150 Years: A Case Study in Social Factors Impacting Its Success","type":"events"},{"content":"Congreso Cruïlles / Crossroads 2026: Sesión sobre paisaje y energía\nLa Universidad de Barcelona organiza el Congreso Cruïlles / Crossroads, un evento académico que se celebrará los días 28, 29 y 30 de enero de 2026 en la Facultad de Geografía e Historia. En este marco, se presenta la sesión “Paisajes de la energía. Modernización y extractivismo en el sur de Europa en los siglos XIX y XX”, coordinada por Laia Gallego Vila (UAB), Josu Santamarina Otaola (UPNA) y Xurxo M. Ayán Vila (UNL).\nConvocatoria de comunicaciones # Se invita a investigadores e investigadoras a enviar propuestas de comunicación antes del 15 de abril de 2025. Las propuestas deben incluir:\nTítulo Resumen (máximo 350 palabras) Autor, institución y correo electrónico Temática de la sesión # El sur de Europa enfrenta retos ecosociales únicos: eventos climáticos extremos, abandono rural, estrés hídrico, dependencia energética y deterioro de las condiciones laborales. Esta sesión busca analizar estos procesos con un enfoque integral, considerando los impactos ambientales y las transformaciones sociales como elementos interconectados.\nSe abordarán tres ejes principales: agua, energía y trabajo, fundamentales en los discursos modernizadores, coloniales y extractivistas. A lo largo de la historia contemporánea, élites políticas y económicas han impulsado la transformación del medio ambiente y de las comunidades con fines lucrativos, provocando desplazamientos y la periferización de territorios.\nLíneas temáticas # Los estudios que se incluyen en esta sesión pueden abordar:\nCondiciones de vida y trabajo en contextos industriales y extractivistas. Vida social y cultural en procesos de modernización. Impacto de obras hidráulicas en el territorio y el medio ambiente. Discursos sobre modernización técnica, industrial y energética. Materialidad arqueológica de infraestructuras hidráulicas. Relación entre modernización y regímenes dictatoriales en el sur de Europa. Esta sesión busca generar un debate interdisciplinario sobre los efectos de la modernización y el extractivismo en el paisaje y en las comunidades del sur de Europa. Para más información, contactar con los coordinadores de la sesión.\nMás información\nFacultad de Geografía e Historia de la Universidad de Barcelona # View Organiser Website\n","date":"14 March 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/paisajes-de-la-energia-modernizacion-y-extractivismo/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"Congreso Cruïlles / Crossroads 2026: Sesión sobre paisaje y energía","title":"Paisajes de la energía: modernización y extractivismo","type":"events"},{"content":"The History of Mathematics Research Group is pleased to announce an exceptional educational opportunity for early-career scholars in the field of history of science. The Summer School in the History of Ancient Mathematics will take place in Edinburgh from July 14-25, 2025, focusing on “Current research on the history of mathematics in the ancient world: new questions and new approaches.”\nA Global Perspective on Ancient Mathematical Traditions # This intensive two-week program offers participants a comprehensive overview of global mathematical traditions spanning from the third millennium BCE to the fourteenth century CE. The curriculum adopts a cross-cultural approach, examining mathematical developments across multiple civilizations through the study of original sources in cuneiform, Greek, Sanskrit, Chinese, Arabic, and Latin.\nUnder the guidance of renowned scholars including K. Chemla, A. Keller, E. Lee, A. Reynaud, K. Saito, E. Sammarchi, and F. Zheng, participants will engage with groundbreaking methodologies that have revitalized the historiography of ancient mathematics.\nCurriculum Structure # Each mathematical tradition will be explored through six one-hour classes covering:\nNumber systems and arithmetical operations Algorithmic practices Reasoning methods, proofs, and theories Algebraic knowledge and practices Geometric figures and diagrammatic work Mathematical definitions and organizational structures Classes will incorporate analysis of original texts (provided with English translations) and foster collaborative discussion. Participants will develop research projects under expert guidance, culminating in presentations during the final days of the program.\nEligibility and Application Process # Applications are welcomed from Master’s students, PhD candidates, and scholars within twelve years of completing their doctorate. The summer school organizers will cover travel expenses, meals, and accommodation for selected participants.\nTo apply, candidates should submit the following materials by April 2, 2025:\nCover letter Curriculum vitae Writing sample (maximum 1,500 words) Materials should be sent to karine.chemla@ed.ac.uk and agathe.keller@cnrs.fr.\nSuccessful applicants will be notified by May 15, 2025. The program is accessible to participants with access requirements, who are encouraged to specify any necessary accommodations in their application materials.\nImportant Dates # Application Deadline: April 2, 2025 Notification of Acceptance: May 15, 2025 Arrival Date: July 13, 2025 Program Dates: July 14-25, 2025 This summer school represents an unparalleled opportunity for early-career historians of science to engage with innovative approaches to ancient mathematical traditions in a global context.\nMore information can be found in the\nCall for Application\nInternational Study Group on the relations between History and Pedagogy of Mathematics # View Organiser Website\nsnezana@mathsisgoodforyou.com\n","date":"14 March 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/ancient-mathematics-summer-school-edinburgh-2025/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"The History of Mathematics Research Group is pleased to announce an exceptional educational opportunity for early-career scholars in the field of history of science. The Summer School in the History o…","title":"Ancient Mathematics Summer School Edinburgh 2025","type":"events"},{"content":" The Italian Society for the History of Science (SISS) proudly presents its 2nd Early Career Seminar Series, featuring innovative research from emerging scholars across Europe and beyond. This accessible online series brings together fascinating perspectives on the intersection of science, art, society, and history—all from the comfort of your home or office.\nJoin us for these thought-provoking sessions where early career researchers share their latest findings and spark meaningful conversations about the evolution of scientific thought and practice through the centuries.\nUpcoming Seminars # March 25, 2025 (4:30 PM CET) # Dr. Anca-Delia Moldovan (University of Warwick)\nArtisans and Mother Nature in Stradano’s Nova Reperta (1580s)\nExplore the fascinating relationship between artisanal knowledge and natural philosophy in Renaissance visual culture.\nApril 29, 2025 (4:30 PM CET) # Dr. Matheus Alves Duarte da Silva (University of St Andrews, United Kingdom)\nWhen Infectious Diseases Became Wild: Plague, Yellow Fever, and Disease Ecology in the Brazilian Hinterland (1920-1975)\nDiscover how Brazil’s disease control efforts shaped our understanding of ecological approaches to epidemiology.\nMay 27, 2025 (4:30 PM CET) # Dr. Duygu Yıldırım (University of Tennessee, Knoxville, USA)\nFrom Tunis to Florence: Materiality, Everyday Encounters, and the Limits of Knowledge\nInvestigate how material culture and cross-cultural exchanges influenced scientific development between North Africa and Renaissance Italy.\nJune 10, 2025 (4:30 PM CET) # Dannylo de Azevedo (University of Pisa and University of Lisbon)\nIntermittency in the scientific collaboration networks of the Lisbon Academy of Sciences in the Late 18th Century\nUncover the patterns of scientific collaboration that shaped knowledge production in Portugal during the Enlightenment.\nEveryone is welcome! Please feel free to share this information with colleagues, students, or anyone who might be interested in the history of science.\nSocietà Italiana di Storia della Scienza # View Organiser Website\ninfo@societastoriadellascienza.it\nHow to Join # All seminars will be held online via Zoom at the following link:\n","date":"14 March 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/discover-groundbreaking-research-at-the-2nd-early-career-seminar-series-by-the-italian-society-for-history-of-science/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"!SISS meets early careers - program(/images/uploads/2025/03/SISSEarlyCareer.webp)","title":"Discover Groundbreaking Research at the 2nd Early Career Seminar Series by the Italian Society for History of Science","type":"events"},{"content":"The 2025 Nursing History Symposium is set to be a must-attend event for scholars, practitioners, and students passionate about the evolution of nursing. Organized by the University of British Columbia (UBC) School of Nursing, this annual symposium brings together leading experts to explore the historical impact of nursing and its role in shaping modern healthcare.\nThis year’s symposium will focus on the intersection of nursing history, public health, and social change, offering thought-provoking discussions, insightful presentations, and networking opportunities. Whether you’re a historian, a healthcare professional, or a student eager to understand the roots of nursing practice, this event provides a unique platform to engage with cutting-edge research and historical perspectives.\nAttendees can expect engaging keynotes, expert panel discussions, and interactive sessions that highlight the challenges, triumphs, and innovations in nursing history. The symposium serves as a vital space for critical reflection on the profession’s past, helping to inform its future.\n📅 Mark your calendar and be part of this enriching conversation! Learn more about the event and register here: UBC Nursing History Symposium 2025.\n","date":"26 February 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/explore-the-2025-nursing-history-symposium-a-deep-dive-into-nursings-legacy-and-future/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"The 2025 Nursing History Symposium is set to be a must-attend event for scholars, practitioners, and students passionate about the evolution of nursing. Organized by the University of British Columbia…","title":"Explore the 2025 Nursing History Symposium: A Deep Dive into Nursing’s Legacy and Future","type":"events"},{"content":" The Nursing History and Humanities series is devoted both to historical approaches and humanities perspectives: work that explores nursing and health care cultures over time and place, in moments of pandemic and public health crisis and in creative and critical contexts. The series aims to capture the current challenges facing nurses and health care workers in local and global spaces, even as our books continue to document the long historical trajectories of the profession in structural and organisational terms.\nThe only book series devoted exclusively to nursing pursuits in the world, the editors welcome scholarly manuscripts within and across the fields of nursing history, nationally and internationally, the medical humanities and health studies of nursing practice, and the social histories of race, gender, and sexuality as they pertain to the nursing profession. Nursing is considered in a broad sense, and includes health care workers’ and nurses’ roles in midwifery, occupational health, physiotherapy, palliative care, among other areas. At the intersection of practice-based clinical nursing and rigorous cultural examinations of nursing, the series provides a forum for nurses, medical practitioners, historians, philosophers, and cultural critics to present new research.\nThe editors welcome approaches from established and emerging scholars. They look forward to reading fully formed submissions, providing preliminary advice on putting together a coherent edited volume or developing and framing a book based on PhD research, or generally to discuss ideas arising from a research project. The series takes a hands-on approach providing feedback at each stage, from the initial idea or dissertation through to the draft of the book manuscript.\nSeries editors:\nChristine Hallett, University of Liverpool\nJane E. Schultz, Indiana University\nKylie Smith, Emory University\nAlannah Tomkins, Keele University\nIf you are interested in submitting a proposal, please contact Meredith Carroll, MUP Senior Commissioning Editor for Modern History\nWebsite\n","date":"26 February 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/the-first-book-series-dedicated-to-nursing-history-and-humanities/","section":"Posts","summary":"The Nursing History and Humanities series is devoted both to historical approaches and humanities perspectives: work that explores nursing and health care cultures over time and place, in moments of […]","title":"The First Book Series Dedicated to Nursing History and Humanities","type":"posts"},{"content":" The Marx Memorial Library \u0026amp; Workers’ School (MML) has launched an ambitious 10-year project to digitise and preserve the largest Spanish Civil War archive in Britain. In partnership with AM Digital, over 100,000 pages of historical documents will be made available online, ensuring global access to this invaluable resource on the International Brigades.\nDuring the initial 10 years, universities and institutions will be able to access the collection through AM Digital, while IBMT and MML members will enjoy free access. After this period, full ownership returns to the library. A dedicated editorial board, including IBMT Historical Consultant Richard Baxell, will oversee the project.\nThis initiative is a long-awaited milestone for historians and researchers, offering unprecedented access to firsthand accounts of the Spanish Civil War. More details on the digitisation timeline will be announced in spring 2025.\n📖 Read the full story and stay updated on this historic project here:\nWebsite\n","date":"12 February 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/spanish-civil-war-archive-digitisation-a-landmark-project-on-the-international-brigades/","section":"Posts","summary":"The Marx Memorial Library \u0026 Workers’ School (MML) has launched an ambitious 10-year project to digitise and preserve the largest Spanish Civil War archive in Britain. In partnership with AM […]","title":"Spanish Civil War Archive Digitisation: A Landmark Project on the International Brigades","type":"posts"},{"content":" Introducción # Enfermería y cuidados.\nLa enfermería ha jugado un papel crucial en la oferta transnacionales de cuidados en conflictos bélicos durante la primera mitad del siglo XX. Este libro colectivo ofrece un análisis crítico desde una perspectiva de género, examinando los cuidados proporcionados por enfermeras profesionales y voluntarias en diversos contextos de guerra.\nDesarrollo Profesional y Aprendizaje Mutuo # La obra también explora la identidad profesional de las enfermeras y los espacios de asistencia transnacional que surgieron como oportunidades para el desarrollo profesional y el aprendizaje mutuo.\nContextos Bélicos Analizados # Los ocho capítulos del libro abarcan diferentes períodos de guerra, incluyendo las dos guerras mundiales y la guerra civil española. Se analizan las dinámicas de cuidado entre enfermeras de diversas nacionalidades, lenguas y culturas, así como la influencia de la ideología, la propaganda y las jerarquías de género en la práctica profesional.\nImpacto en la Historia de la Enfermería # Desde los arquetipos creados en la propaganda británica hasta la participación de las enfermeras en el antifascismo, cada contribución destaca las experiencias de mujeres que, en circunstancias extremas, transformaron el cuidado en una herramienta de resistencia, solidaridad y profesionalismo. Este libro, parte del proyecto TRANSHUMED, abre nuevas vías para comprender la historia de la enfermería en un contexto global, enfatizando el aprendizaje mutuo y la cooperación transnacional.\nContenido del Libro # El libro incluye capítulos sobre la historia de los cuidados transnacionales en contextos de guerra, discursos y arquetipos de la enfermería británica en la Primera Guerra Mundial, enfermeras voluntarias de la Cruz Roja italiana en la Segunda Guerra Ítalo-Etíope, un joven practicante en la guerra civil española y el exilio en Francia, enfermería y exilio republicano durante la guerra civil española, enfermeras voluntarias de las Brigadas Internacionales en el hospital internacional de Vic, personal de enfermería en el hospital Varsovia de Toulouse, y enfermería y transfusión: de la sanidad de guerra a la práctica civil de la hemoterapia.\n","date":"7 February 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/enfermeria-y-cuidados-transnacionales-en-contextos-de-guerra-1914-1945-un-analisis-historico-y-de-genero/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"Introducción Enfermería y cuidados. La enfermería ha jugado un papel crucial en la oferta transnacionales de cuidados en conflictos bélicos durante la primera mitad del siglo XX. Este libro colectivo […]","title":"Enfermería y Cuidados Transnacionales en Contextos de Guerra (1914-1945)","type":"publications"},{"content":" Cycle de conférences\nCycle de conférences sur l’histoire du nursing\nOrganisé par l’Unité de recherche sur l’histoire du nursing de l’Université d’Ottawa et le réseau Historien.nes de la santé, ce cycle propose une exploration approfondie de l’évolution des soins infirmiers et de la santé.\nFréquence et horaire # Un jeudi par mois, de 12h30 à 13h30 (heure de Montréal), rejoignez en ligne des spécialistes qui partageront leurs dernières recherches et analyses historiques liées au nursing.\nParticipation et inscription # L’inscription est gratuite mais obligatoire. Pour y participer, veuillez adresser votre demande à l’une des adresses suivantes : aklein@uottawa.ca\nRejoignez-nous pour découvrir comment l’histoire du nursing éclaire les défis contemporains en matière de soins de santé et nourrit la réflexion sur l’évolution des pratiques infirmières.\nWebsite\n","date":"30 January 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/histoires-des-infirmiers/","section":"Posts","summary":"Cycle de conférences Cycle de conférences sur l’histoire du nursingOrganisé par l’Unité de recherche sur l’histoire du nursing de l’Université d’Ottawa et le réseau Historien.nes de la santé, ce cycle […]","title":"Histoires des infirmiers","type":"posts"},{"content":" Significance of Race and Place: Historical Examination of Equity \u0026amp; Belonging in Nursing \u0026amp; HealthcareOctober 16-18, 2025 – Wilmington, NC # The American Association for the History of Nursing (AAHN) invites abstract submissions for the 42nd Annual Conference on the History of Nursing and Healthcare, to be held in Wilmington, NC, from October 16-18, 2025. AAHN offers three different abstract submission tracks:\nOriginal Research Teaching Nursing and Healthcare History Thematic Proposals Submissions must align with one of these three categories and specify the preferred presentation format: poster, podium presentation, or panel.\nThe Call for Abstracts opens on December 2, 2024, and closes on February 28, 2025. Applicants will be notified of their acceptance status by April 4, 2025.\nConference Themes and Research Tracks # Wilmington, NC, the host city, has a complex racial history. AAHN encourages submissions of research and educational innovations that examine the historical significance of race and place in nursing and healthcare, with a particular focus on practice, education, and policy.\nH2: Call for Papers for AAHN 2025 Conference # AAHN invites the academic community to submit contributions in the following areas:\nH3: Original Research on Nursing History # AAHN welcomes abstracts of original research employing historical methodologies to analyze events, issues, and themes in nursing and healthcare history. Research on any historical period or geographical region is welcome, as well as interdisciplinary studies covering topics such as women’s labor, healthcare technology, economic history, racial and gender studies.\nH3: Teaching Nursing and Healthcare History # Building on the success of the 40th Annual Conference’s pre-conference session, AAHN welcomes submissions related to teaching nursing and healthcare history. Abstracts may describe an entire course, a specific module, a learning activity, or a seminar, provided they include details on:\nPlanning of the activity Implementation of historical content Assessment of learning outcomes H3: Thematic Proposals and New Historiographical Perspectives # This category does not focus on new research but rather on exploring new historiographical themes, research methods, or perspectives on teaching and advocacy in nursing history. Presentations, limited to 60 minutes, may include multiple speakers to offer a multidimensional perspective on the topic.\nAbstract Submission Guidelines # Abstracts must be submitted by February 28, 2025, via the Oxford Abstracts submission portal. Participants must select one of the three tracks and specify their preferred presentation format (poster, podium presentation, or panel).\nAbstracts should be a maximum of 500 words (excluding notes and references) and must be blinded to ensure an impartial review process. A complete submission must include:\nAbstract Body structured as follows: Purpose and Background: Introduction to the topic, historical significance, and relevant literature Methods / Course Design / Implementation Plan Results / Learning Outcomes Conclusions and Future Implications References formatted according to the Chicago Manual of Style (18th edition) Learning Objectives (1 to 3), using clear action verbs aligned with the abstract text 🔹 Learn more and submit your abstract by February 28, 2025!\nSubmit\nAAHN # View Organiser Website\naahn@aahn.org\n","date":"29 January 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/aahn-2025-conference-history-of-nursing-and-healthcare-equity/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"Significance of Race and Place: Historical Examination of Equity \u0026 Belonging in Nursing \u0026 HealthcareOctober 16-18, 2025 – Wilmington, NC","title":"AAHN 2025 Conference: History of Nursing and Healthcare Equity","type":"events"},{"content":"The History Section (HIS) of the International Association for Media and Communication Research (IAMCR) invites submissions of individual research papers, and multi-paper sessions for the IAMCR 2025 Conference, which will be held in Singapore from 13 to 17 July 2025, hosted by the Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information at Nanyang Technological University.\nIAMCR – History Section # View Organiser Website\nnelson.ribeiro@ucp.pt\n","date":"16 January 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/cfp-iamcr-the-history-section-his-of-the-international-association-for-media-and-communication-research/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"The History Section (HIS) of the International Association for Media and Communication Research (IAMCR) invites submissions of individual research papers, and multi-paper sessions for the IAMCR 2025 C…","title":"CfP – IAMCR – The History Section (HIS) of the International Association for Media and Communication Research","type":"events"},{"content":"HistoryLab invites papers for an interdisciplinary conference on representation in history to be presented at the HistoryLab Annual Conference on July 24, 2025. This conference aims to explore how identities—whether gendered, national, religious, or cultural—have been shaped, expressed, and transformed across different historical periods and regions.\nKey questions include: How have historical events influenced the way individuals and groups are represented and perceived? In what ways have power structures such as empire, religion, and war shaped these representations in both tangible and intangible forms—through official records, cultural artefacts, literary traditions, and collective memory?\nInstitute of Historical Research # View Organiser Website\nihr.reception@sas.ac.uk\n","date":"16 January 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/cfp-historylab-annual-conference-2025-shaping-histories-representation-and-perception-through-time/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"HistoryLab invites papers for an interdisciplinary conference on representation in history to be presented at the HistoryLab Annual Conference on July 24, 2025. This conference aims to explore how ide…","title":"CfP: HistoryLab Annual Conference 2025- Shaping Histories: Representation and Perception through Time","type":"events"},{"content":"The paper presents previously unknown information about the life and work of Zlata Kalanj, one of the prominent figures of the Croatian Nurses Association between the two world wars. Given the limited research on the history of nursing in Croatia to date, this study not only fills gaps in historical overviews but also provides insight into the life circumstances and professional challenges faced by nurses during the interwar period. In the Kalanj family, besides Zlata Kalanj, two of her sisters, Helena Kalanj (Sr. Isabella) and Danica Mrđa, were also professionally connected to healthcare institutions and nursing schools. Katica Kalanj graduated from the State High School in Gospić, and according to the sources researched so far, she can be considered the first nurse to graduate from the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences\n","date":"8 January 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/zlata-katica-kalanj-gomirje-april-5-1909-gomirje-zagreb-october-10-1981-zagreb-the-first-nurse-with-a-degree-from-the-faculty-of-humanities-and-social-sciences/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"The paper presents previously unknown information about the life and work of Zlata Kalanj, one of the prominent figures of the Croatian Nurses Association between the two world wars. Given […]","title":"Zlata (Katica) Kalanj (Gomirje, April 5, 1909, Gomirje – Zagreb, October 10, 1981, Zagreb) – the first nurse with a degree from the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences","type":"publications"},{"content":"Nursing Associations in Spain to create their Historical Archives and preserve and expand the documentation they possess, as it is the best witness to the historical reality of these corporations and their deep connection with their City and Province, the enormous activity carried out throughout their existence; their connection with the society they serve, and ultimately, it is a faithful testimony of the history of our country and its health institutions.\n","date":"8 January 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/the-recovery-of-the-history-and-documentary-and-bibliographic-heritage-of-the-profesional-nursing-association-of-caceres-colegio-de-enfermeria-de-caceres-2019-2025-a-necessary-project/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"Nursing Associations in Spain to create their Historical Archives and preserve and expand the documentation they possess, as it is the best witness to the historical reality of these corporations […]","title":"The Recovery of the History and Documentary and Bibliographic Heritage of the Profesional Nursing Association of Cáceres (Colegio de Enfermería de Cáceres) (2019-2025). A Necessary Project","type":"publications"},{"content":"The above lines serve to vindicate the figure of Midwife Rosalía Robles Cerdán as a faithful exponent of the working woman, of humble origins, who, through her efforts, was able to make her way in life and transmit to other women values that are inalienable but must be fought for to achieve and maintain. She did so throughout her life. All of this finds its best expression in the foundation of the “Official Midwives Association of Seville and its Province” in 1930 and the specialized magazine “La Matrona Hispalense” in 1929. Through these foundations, she was able to more decisively and effectively develop her life ideology and professional proposal.\n","date":"8 January 2025","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/historical-research-as-an-instrument-for-the-visibility-of-the-nursing-profession-a-new-hospital-in-seville-spain-named-after-a-midwife-rosalia-robles-cerdan-1872-1941/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"The above lines serve to vindicate the figure of Midwife Rosalía Robles Cerdán as a faithful exponent of the working woman, of humble origins, who, through her efforts, was able […]","title":"Historical research as an instrument for the visibility of the nursing profession. A new Hospital in Seville (Spain) named after a midwife: Rosalía Robles Cerdán (1872-1941)","type":"publications"},{"content":"Este libro ofrece un profundo y detallado análisis sobre la relación entre guerra, humanitarismo e innovación médica en la España contemporánea, que abarca desde mediados del siglo XIX hasta la guerra civil española (1936-1939). En sus páginas se examinan las complejas dinámicas entre los avances en la medicina humanitaria y las terribles consecuencias de los conflictos bélicos, mostrando cómo las guerras modernas no solo transformaron las formas de combatir, sino también de atender a las víctimas, mortales o no, ya fueran soldados, prisioneros, desplazados o civiles. Aborda así el humanitarismo de guerra desde múltiples aspectos: la identificación y gestión de cadáveres y preservación de la higiene, el papel desempeñado por la prensa, el uso de tecnologías médicas como la transfusión sanguínea o los tratamientos para los heridos por armas químicas, etc. Además, analiza la contribución esencial de las mujeres —activistas, gestoras, médicas, enfermeras o voluntarias— en la asistencia sanitaria y humanitaria a los afectados por el conflicto. Horrores cercanos ofrece una visión inédita sobre el lugar de España, interrogándose también sobre las lecciones aprendidas y las innovaciones, que, a pesar de su limitado impacto internacional, contribuyeron a la evolución del movimiento humanitario en un mundo en constante conflicto.\n","date":"5 December 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/horrores-cercanos-guerra-e-innovacion-humanitaria-en-la-espana-contemporanea/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"Este libro ofrece un profundo y detallado análisis sobre la relación entre guerra, humanitarismo e innovación médica en la España contemporánea, que abarca desde mediados del siglo XIX hasta la […]","title":"Horrores cercanos. Guerra e innovación humanitaria en la España contemporánea","type":"publications"},{"content":"The European Association for the History of Medicine and Health will hold its biennial meeting in 2025 in Berlin with Dora Vargha as her President! The conference theme will be announced soon.\nMore info coming soon…\nEuropean Association for the History of Medicine and Health # View Organiser Website\na.h.k.lie@medisin.uio.no\n","date":"5 December 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/cfp-crisis-in-health-and-medicine/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"The European Association for the History of Medicine and Health will hold its biennial meeting in 2025 in Berlin with Dora Vargha as her President! The conference theme will be announced soon.","title":"CfP: Crisis in Health and Medicine","type":"events"},{"content":"","date":"5 December 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/tags/epidemics--public-health/","section":"Tags","summary":"","title":"Epidemics \u0026 Public Health","type":"tags"},{"content":"Ente organizzatore:\nBarbara Bates Center for the Study of the History of Nursing\nUniversity of Pennsylvania School of Nursing\nFrom 13 November 2024 to the end of April 2025, the Bates Center for the History of Nursing opened an exhibition entitled Through Nursing’s Lens: The Nurse in Wartime Imagery and Photographs. The exhibition explores images of nursing in wartime America through an examination of recruitment posters, postcards, and magazines, as well as the photographs and experiences of military nurses themselves. Public access is by appointment: contact nhistory@nursing.upenn.edu to arrange your visit.\n","date":"11 November 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/through-nursings-lens-the-nurse-in-wartime-imagery-and-photographs/","section":"Posts","summary":"Ente organizzatore:Barbara Bates Center for the Study of the History of NursingUniversity of Pennsylvania School of Nursing From 13 November 2024 to the end of April 2025, the Bates Center […]","title":"Through Nursing’s Lens: The Nurse in Wartime Imagery and Photographs","type":"posts"},{"content":" From Late Medieval reforms to 19th and 20th century healthcare transformations Congres XIV Abrils de l’Hospital. # The 14th edition of the Abrils de l’Hospital is dedicated to the hospital-innovation binomial.\nThe sectors on which the organisers wish to focus and to invite proposals for action are: health, technology, economy, territories (urban and rural).\nProposals, including the name, e-mail address, institution and short CV of the participant, as well as the title and a short description of the intervention (maximum 300 words), must be sent to abrils.hospital@ub.edu no later than 31 December 2024.\nThe Scientific Committee will evaluate the proposals and the results of the selection will be communicated by 16 February 2025.\nProposals and reports may be submitted in one of the following languages Italian, Catalan, Castilian, English and French.\ncfp XIV Abrils de l’Hospital MilanoDownload\n","date":"30 October 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/cfp-hospitals-and-innovation/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"From Late Medieval reforms to 19th and 20th century healthcare transformations Congres XIV Abrils de l’Hospital.","title":"CfP: Hospitals and Innovation","type":"events"},{"content":"Heidelberg University invites paper proposals engaging with the conference’s thematic focus on fever in the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. Areas of interest include the history of medicine, science and technology, as well as cultural, material, environmental, social, transregional and comparative histories. Please submit an abstract (200-250 words) and a brief academic biography by 15 December 2024 to this link. They will cover participants’ travel expenses (economy airfare or second-class train tickets) and provide one night’s accommodation near the conference venue.\nERC CoG Project FEVER based at Heidelberg University, Germany # View Organiser Website\n","date":"5 October 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/cfp-fever-histories-of-a-disease-c-1750-1840/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"Heidelberg University invites paper proposals engaging with the conference’s thematic focus on fever in the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. Areas of interest include the history of medicine…","title":"CfP: Fever: Histories of (a) Disease, c. 1750-1840","type":"events"},{"content":"The International Union of History and Philosophy of Science and Technology (IUHPST) invites submissions for the 2025 IUHPST Essay Prize in History and Philosophy of Science.\nThis biennial prize competition seeks to encourage fresh methodological thinking on the history and philosophy of science and related areas.\n","date":"30 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/iuhpst-essay-prize-in-history-and-philosophy-of-science/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"The International Union of History and Philosophy of Science and Technology (IUHPST) invites submissions for the 2025 IUHPST Essay Prize in History and Philosophy of Science.","title":"IUHPST Essay Prize in History and Philosophy of Science","type":"events"},{"content":"By reconstructing the life, education and professional work of Zorka Lasić, we can shed additional light on the conditions in which nurses studied and worked from the forties to the eighties of the last century. At the same time, we get valuable information about the activities of nurses within the Red Cross.\n","date":"30 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/zorka-lasic-licka-jesenica-june-5-1930-karlovac-june-19-2023/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"By reconstructing the life, education and professional work of Zorka Lasić, we can shed additional light on the conditions in which nurses studied and worked from the forties to the […]","title":"ZORKA LASIĆ (Lička Jesenica, June 5, 1930 – Karlovac, June 19, 2023)","type":"publications"},{"content":"The article presents the work and activities of »The Sisters of Charity of Saint Vincent de Paul from the second half of the 19th century to the present day and their contribution to the development of healthcare in Rijeka.\n","date":"30 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/the-sisters-of-charity-of-saint-vincent-de-paul-as-pioneers-of-nursing-in-rijeka-and-health-activities-of-their-province-of-the-mother-of-good-counsel/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"The article presents the work and activities of »The Sisters of Charity of Saint Vincent de Paul from the second half of the 19th century to the present day and […]","title":"The Sisters of Charity of Saint Vincent de Paul as Pioneers of Nursing in Rijeka and Health Activities of their Province of The Mother of Good Counsel","type":"publications"},{"content":"The aim of this article is to provide an overview of the education of auxiliary staff and the structure of employees who were direct care providers, with a review of the working conditions in General Hospital Karlovac from the end of the Second World War to the 1960s. The educational programs found for childcare workers and paramedics and the listed persons who implemented these programs are shown.\n","date":"30 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/education-and-structure-of-auxiliary-health-personnel-in-general-hospital-karlovac-from-the-end-of-world-war-ii-to-the-1960s/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"The aim of this article is to provide an overview of the education of auxiliary staff and the structure of employees who were direct care providers, with a review of […]","title":"Education and structure of auxiliary health personnel in General Hospital Karlovac from the end of world war ii to the 1960s","type":"publications"},{"content":"The theme of this year’s ICN conference is ” Nursing Power to change the World! “. The International Council of Nurses invite abstract submissions that align with this theme and address the diverse challenges and opportunities facing nursing professionals today.\n","date":"30 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/the-global-voice-of-nursing/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"The theme of this year’s  ICN conference is ” Nursing Power to change the World! “. The International Council of Nurses invite abstract submissions that align with this theme and address the diverse c…","title":"The global voice of nursing","type":"events"},{"content":"The Espai Zero of the Biblioteca de Catalunya is hosting the free exhibition ‘Child prodigies: fame, science and politics’, curated by Andrea Graus, Victoria Molinari and Violeta Ruiz, from the History of Science area of the Milà i Fontanals Institution (IMF-CSIC, Barcelona). The exhibition employs the library’s resources to examine an often overlooked aspect of children’s history and delves into the multifaceted nature of the child prodigy. Please find the exhibition leaflet attached.\nInstitución Milà i Fontanals-CSIC, Barcelona, Spain # View Organiser Website\nimf@imf.csic.es\n","date":"30 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/nens-prodigi-fama-ciencia-i-politica/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"The Espai Zero of the Biblioteca de Catalunya is hosting the free exhibition ‘Child prodigies: fame, science and politics’, curated by Andrea Graus, Victoria Molinari and Violeta Ruiz, from the Histor…","title":"Nens prodigi: fama, ciència i política","type":"events"},{"content":" Transimperial Circulation of Political Models and Scientific Knowledge. The Case of Four “Latecomers” (Germany, Italy, Belgium, and Japan), 1880s-1940s # The Società Italiana per lo studio della storia contemporanea seek original contributions that, through the lens of the politics of comparison, focus on\nfour latecomer empires, namely Germany, Italy, Belgium, and Japan – the case of the United States\nwhich also falls within this chronology is not part of our project – that started their colonial\nexpansion at the end of the nineteenth century.\nCall for Papers and ContributionsDownload\nSocietà Italiana per lo Studio della Storia Contemporanea (Sissco) # segr.sissco@gmail.com\n","date":"30 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/call-for-papers/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"Transimperial Circulation of Political Models and Scientific Knowledge. The Case of Four “Latecomers” (Germany, Italy, Belgium, and Japan), 1880s-1940s","title":"CfP: Among Empires","type":"events"},{"content":" Seminars in Economic History at the Faculty of Business Administration of Pompeu Fabra University in Barcelona, Spain\nFall 2024 # October, 7th, Jörg Baten (Univ. Tübingen, CEPR and CESifo): “‘So many insights I\nnever believed would be possible’: New bioarchaeological and big data strategies for\nlong-term economic studies of the past 8,000 years.”\nOctober, 21st, Marc Badia-Miró \u0026amp; Sergi Lozano (Department of Economic History,\nSchool of Economics, Universitat de Barcelona, Centre d’Estudis Jordi Nadal d’Història\nEconòmica), “Beyond the ‘Cobden-Chevalier network’: Effects of Preferential Trade\nAgreements during the First Globalisation from a relational perspective.”\nNovember, 4th, Mar Rubio \u0026amp; Joseba de la Torre (Universidad Pública de Navarra),\n“The genesis of a global leader from regional politics:Wind energy in Navarra in\ncomparative perspective.”\nNovember, 18th, Steve Broadberry (Oxford University), “European Business Cycles\nand Economic Growth, 1300-2000 (with Jason Lennard).”\nDecember, 2nd, Carmen Sarasúa (Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona), “In-kind\nWages. Understanding workers’ strategies to cope with inflation and poverty.”\nJanuary, 13th, 2025, Martín Garrido (Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona), “The Cost of\nWarmth: How Heating Costs Shaped Well-being in Pre-industrial Societies.”\n","date":"30 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/economic-history-seminar-2024/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"!Logo Universitat(/images/uploads/2024/09/UniversitataPompeuFabra.png)","title":"Economic History Seminar 2024","type":"events"},{"content":"The book contains rich case studies of nursing practice across diverse settings in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. As well as examining ‘what nurses did’, it explores the significance and meaning of nursing work, for nurses themselves, their patients and their communities, and examines developments in practice against a backdrop of social, cultural, political and economic drivers and constraints.\n","date":"20 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/histories-of-nursing-practice/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"The book contains rich case studies of nursing practice across diverse settings in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. As well as examining ‘what nurses did’, it explores the significance and […]","title":"Histories of nursing practice","type":"publications"},{"content":"An article which was just published in Nursing Inquiry about a longstanding debate on the different educational pathways into nursing in the Netherlands, which continue to persist in this day despite many attempts to set a single (high) entry to the profession.\n","date":"18 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/five-pathways-into-one-profession-fifty-years-of-debate-on-differentiated-nursing-practice-2/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"An article which was just published in Nursing Inquiry about a longstanding debate on the different educational pathways into nursing in the Netherlands, which continue to persist in this day […]","title":"Five pathways into one profession: Fifty years of debate on differentiated nursing practice","type":"publications"},{"content":"The analysis indicated recurring narratives that appeared to confer nurses\nand midwives with three dominant identities: “the knowledgeable practitioner,” the\n“interpersonal practitioner” and the “accountable practitioner.”\n","date":"18 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/discursive-constructions-of-professional-identity-in-policy-and-regulatory-discourse/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"The analysis indicated recurring narratives that appeared to confer nursesand midwives with three dominant identities: “the knowledgeable practitioner,” the“interpersonal practitioner” and the “accountable practitioner.”","title":"Discursive constructions of professional identity in policy and regulatory discourse","type":"publications"},{"content":"The study uncovers common themes and continuities embedded in discourses concerning the role of the nurse and nurses’ professional training.Through professional and popular debate, a particular and enduring set of images of the nurse was constructed, which was antithetical to the idea of a nurse receiving professional training in the academy.\n","date":"18 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/a-discourse-analysis-of-debates-surrounding-the-entry-of-nursing-into-higher-education-in-ireland/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"The study uncovers common themes and continuities embedded in discourses concerning the role of the nurse and nurses’ professional training.Through professional and popular debate, a particular and enduring set of […]","title":"A discourse analysis of debates surrounding the entry of nursing into higher education in Ireland","type":"publications"},{"content":"Aim To provide a synthesis of literature on international policy concerning professional regulation in nursing and midwifery, with reference to routes of entry into training and pathways to licensure.\n","date":"18 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/models-of-initial-training-and-pathways-to-registration/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"Aim To provide a synthesis of literature on international policy concerning professional regulation in nursing and midwifery, with reference to routes of entry into training and pathways to licensure.","title":"Models of initial training and pathways to registration","type":"publications"},{"content":"School for nurses in Zagreb since its founding in 1921, alongside the school principal, also had a nursing superintendent. The paper tried to reconstruct the schooling and work of Jelka Labaš Blaškovečka, the first superintendent at the School for Nurses in Zagreb. A brief review shows her work in the Daughters of Divine Charity (international congregation of Roman Catholic religious sisters), which she joined upon finishing school.\n","date":"18 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/first-superintendent-of-the-school-for-nurses-in-zagreb/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"School for nurses in Zagreb since its founding in 1921, alongside the school principal, also had a nursing superintendent. The paper tried to reconstruct the schooling and work of Jelka […]","title":"First superintendent of the School for Nurses in Zagreb.","type":"publications"},{"content":"The founding of the School for Nursing in Zagreb in 1921 marked the beginning of the profes-sionalization of nursing in Croatia. Nurses founded an association and started a professional newsletter.\n","date":"18 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/792/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"The founding of the School for Nursing in Zagreb in 1921 marked the beginning of the profes-sionalization of nursing in Croatia. Nurses founded an association and started a professional newsletter.","title":"Nursing Journal: Journal of the graduate nurses association of the independent state of croatia, 1942-1945","type":"publications"},{"content":"The aim of this paper is to present the course of the transformation of the Nursing high school into the College of Nursing and its accession to the School of Medicine in Zagreb. The task of the paper is to present the organisation of schooling for the first generation of nursing students.\n","date":"18 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/an-opportunity-lost-in-time/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"The aim of this paper is to present the course of the transformation of the Nursing high school into the College of Nursing and its accession to the School of […]","title":"An opportunity lost in time","type":"publications"},{"content":"Il volume prova a ricostruire come abbiano vissuto la Grande Guerra gli infermieri, tracciando un profilo identitario di chi si trovò a prestare assistenza sui campi di battaglia e nelle retrovie.\n","date":"17 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/la-grande-guerra-degli-infermieri-italiani/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"Il volume prova a ricostruire come abbiano vissuto la Grande Guerra gli infermieri, tracciando un profilo identitario di chi si trovò a prestare assistenza sui campi di battaglia e nelle […]","title":"La Grande Guerra degli infermieri italiani","type":"publications"},{"content":"Published as one of six volumes under the Maynooth University Studies in Local History, Nursing\nand Midwifery in the poor-law unions of Borrisokane and Nenagh, 1882–1922 (Four Courts Press, 2022)\nexamines the development of nursing and midwifery services in the late nineteenth- and early twentieth-century poor-law union services in County Tipperary.\n","date":"13 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/new-publication-on-the-history-of-nursing-and-midwifery-in-poor-law-unions-in-southern-ireland/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"Published as one of six volumes under the Maynooth University Studies in Local History, Nursingand Midwifery in the poor-law unions of Borrisokane and Nenagh, 1882–1922 (Four Courts Press, 2022)examines the […]","title":"New publication on the history of nursing and midwifery in poor-law unions in southern Ireland","type":"publications"},{"content":" A book from The Historical Nursing Research Section of the German Society for Nursing Science. # “The conference proceedings of the 5th workshop of the Section Historical Nursing Research in Berlin 2019 were published in September. Edited by Katharina Genz, Anja Katharina Peters and Andrea Thiekötter, the book “Pflege und Politik im Spiegel der Zeit” [Nursing and Politics in the Mirror of Time] contains interesting articles, partially written by members, for example by Prof Anne Kellner about the persistence of the conflict between sisterhoods and trade unions and Peters together with Robert Parzer about Margarete Lungershausen as a nurse, midwife, National Socialist, functionary and president of the German Nurses Society”.\n","date":"12 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/nursing-and-politics-in-the-mirror-of-time/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"A book from The Historical Nursing Research Section of the German Society for Nursing Science. “The conference proceedings of the 5th workshop of the Section Historical Nursing Research in Berlin […]","title":"Nursing and Politics in the Mirror of Time","type":"publications"},{"content":"A new book from the Society for Nursing History of the Croatian Nurses Association (CNA)\nThe book describes the eight-year work of the Society for the history of nursing in Croatia by Sanda Franković.\n","date":"10 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/drustvo-za-povijest-sestrinstva-2013-2021/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"A new book from the Society for Nursing History of the Croatian Nurses Association (CNA) The book describes the eight-year work of the Society for the history of nursing in […]","title":"Društvo za povijest sestrinstva “2013. – 2021.”","type":"publications"},{"content":"Luc De Munck (onderzoeksgroep Cultuurgeschiedenis vanaf 1750) stelt zijn boek over zuster Jules-Marie Heymans voor. Zij is vooral bekend als directrice van de ‘Universitaire Normaalschool voor Verpleegsters-Monitrices’ in Leuven.\n","date":"9 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/boekvoorstelling-altijd-de-eerste-zuster-jules-marie-heymans-1897-1986-pionier-van-de-verpleegkunde-in-belgie/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"Luc De Munck (onderzoeksgroep Cultuurgeschiedenis vanaf 1750) stelt zijn boek over zuster Jules-Marie Heymans voor. Zij is vooral bekend als directrice van de ‘Universitaire Normaalschool voor Verpleegsters-Monitrices’ in Leuven.","title":"Boekvoorstelling ‘Altijd de eerste. Zuster Jules-Marie Heymans (1897-1986). Pionier van de verpleegkunde in België’","type":"publications"},{"content":"The presentation is hosted by the NURSE team at the College of Nursing at the University of Saskatchewan, Canada.\nThe presentation will be conducted via Zoom or in person.(Zoom link will be emailed just prior to event date)\nKelly Swaby, BA (Hons), MA, PhD History Researcher, School of Arts, Languages and Cultures, University of Manchester # ","date":"9 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/college-of-nursing-seminar/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"The presentation is hosted by the NURSE team at the College of Nursing at the University of Saskatchewan, Canada.","title":"College of Nursing Seminar","type":"events"},{"content":"Camille Jaccard (Université de Lausanne) :\nParoles (de) folles dans la psychiatrie du XIXe siècle\n","date":"9 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/lectures/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"Camille Jaccard (Université de Lausanne) :\nParoles (de) folles dans la psychiatrie du XIXe siècle","title":"Lectures","type":"events"},{"content":"Dear Members,\nWe are pleased to share with you, as an attachment, the programme for the series of lectures that the History of Nursing Research Unit at the University of Ottawa and the Historiennes de la santénetwork are organising this autumn on the history of health from a woman’s perspective. The meetings will be held on the first Thursday of each month at 12:30 p.m. Montreal time (6:30 p.m. Paris time) via Zoom.\nThe inaugural session is scheduled for Thursday, 26 September with Camille Jaccard from the University of Lausanne, who will present a discourse on the subject of Paroles (de) folles dans la psychiatrie du XIXe siècle.\nPlease note that the conference will be conducted in French.\nThe connection link can be obtained by writing to aklein@uottawa.ca\nDownload the conference schedule here.\nDownload\nBest Regards\nEAHN communication officers\n","date":"7 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/history-of-nursing-research-lectures-university-of-ottawa/","section":"Posts","summary":"Dear Members, We are pleased to share with you, as an attachment, the programme for the series of lectures that the History of Nursing Research Unit at the University of […]","title":"History of Nursing Research Lectures University of Ottawa","type":"posts"},{"content":"Dear Members,\nPlease be advised that a presentation examining the history of the nurse practitioner role in Britain will be held on 3 October 2024 at 9 a.m. CST. The presentation will be conducted via Zoom or in person. The presentation is hosted by the NURSE team at the College of Nursing at the University of Saskatchewan, Canada.\nAll pertinent information can be found in the attachment.\nPlease RSVP at the following link.\nBest regards\nEAHN Communication Officers\n","date":"7 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/presentation-examining-the-history-of-the-nurse-practitioner-role-in-britain/","section":"Posts","summary":"Dear Members, Please be advised that a presentation examining the history of the nurse practitioner role in Britain will be held on 3 October 2024 at 9 a.m. CST. The […]","title":"Presentation examining the history of the nurse practitioner role in Britain","type":"posts"},{"content":"Dear Members,\nWe are very pleased to announce the occurrence of an event entitled “Professions of Power and Powerlessness: Reflections on Nursing History.”\nThis will take the form of a lecture delivered by Professor Christine Hallett, who will reflect on 30 years in nursing history. The lecture will be organised by the Royal College of Nursing and will take place on 3 October 2024 between 5:30 pm and 7:30 pm in London, UK.\nChristine Hallett, a leading figure in the field of nursing history and our Emeritus President, will reflect on her distinguished career in this area. She will employ the concept of power as a lens through which to analyse the nature of nursing and the dilemmas faced by those who write its history.\nThe event will be held in person and is open to all interested parties.\nFor further information, please refer to Royal College of Nursing\nBest regards\nEAHN Communication Officers\n","date":"7 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/professions-of-power-and-powerlessness-reflections-on-nursing-history/","section":"Posts","summary":"Dear Members, We are very pleased to announce the occurrence of an event entitled “Professions of Power and Powerlessness: Reflections on Nursing History.”  This will take the form of a […]","title":"Professions of power and powerlessness: reflections on nursing history","type":"posts"},{"content":"If you have questions about the European Association for the History of Nursing (EAHN) or wish to learn more about our mission, vision, academic publications, or upcoming conferences, we are here to help.\nYou can reach out to us for information regarding our initiatives, member organisations, the European Journal for Nursing History and Ethics (ENHE), or research collaborations across Europe.\n","date":"2 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/contact/","section":"Pages","summary":"If you have questions about the European Association for the History of Nursing (EAHN) or wish to learn more about our mission, vision, and how to get involved, we are here to help.","title":"Contact EAHN","type":"contact"},{"content":" 📜 Official Association Charter EAHN Constitution \u0026 Board Terms of Reference Adopted to guide the governance, mission, and activities of the association. 🖨️ Print / Save as PDF Discover the guiding principles of the European Association for the History of Nursing (EAHN) on this Constitution page. Here, you can explore the foundational document that outlines our mission, purpose, and governance structure.\nThe EAHN is dedicated to promoting the development and advancement of nursing history through scholarly inquiry, dissemination, and public outreach. Our constitution provides a comprehensive framework guiding our efforts to foster collaboration and support among individuals and organizations committed to the history of nursing.\nPart I: Articles of the Constitution # Article 1: Title 1.1 The title of the Association shall be the European Association for the History of Nursing. Article 2: Mission Statement 2.1 The mission of the European Association for the History of Nursing is to promote the development and advancement of nursing history and related fields through scholarly inquiry, dissemination and public outreach. Article 3: Purpose and Aims 3.1 The purpose of the Association is to provide a forum for the development of the discipline of Nursing History in Europe and the advancement of nursing history globally.\n3.2 The aims of the Association are to:\n3.2.1 Promote scholarship in the history of nursing and related history, by providing a mutually-supportive network of individuals working in the field of Nursing History and by creating opportunities for direct collaboration on significant research projects. 3.2.2 Promote public knowledge and understanding of nursing history, by supporting initiatives for public engagement and outreach. 3.2.3 Promote the advancement of Nursing History within the disciplines of History and Nursing throughout the European region and globally, by promoting interdisciplinary collaboration with cognate research fields and disciplines, such and Medical History and Women’s History. 3.2.4 Disseminate the outcomes of historical research through: planning workshops, seminars, and conferences; supporting significant public outreach initiatives, such as museums and popular events; and through publications in the European Journal of Nursing History and Ethics, the official publication of the European Association for the History of Nursing, and other scholarly journals. 3.2.5 Facilitate mutual support and opportunities for networking and collaboration. 3.2.6 Encourage the preservation of historical documents and artifacts among its affiliates. Article 4: Constitution, Structure and Governance 4.1 The Association is constituted as a non-profit entity, in which its affiliates share a common interest, expressed through a written constitution containing a mission statement and specific aims. It is self-organising and a constituent of civil society. It is organised for academic, educational, and public engagement purposes.\n4.2 The Association is constituted as a federal structure, comprising member associations normally located within countries and regions of Europe. Membership of the Association is through affiliation as a constituent member; hence, a member association is referred to as an ‘affiliate’. Affiliated member associations are autonomous and self-governing. An affiliate may be represented through, inter alia, an institution, an academic centre, a scholarly society, an interest group, a museum and/or archive, an independent scholar.\n4.3 The members of the Association shall appoint a governing board to represent the interests of the Association and to coordinate the activities of the Association. The board, in turn, shall be accountable to the affiliates. The board is constituted as the Board of the European Association for the History of Nursing (hereafter ‘the EAHN Board’).\n4.4 The Association shall be conducted so that no individual affiliate, board officer or other individual may benefit materially from membership of the Association or from any activity conducted under the auspices of the Association.\n4.5 Each affiliate is eligible to submit nominations to the EAHN Board.\n4.6 While the individual affiliates of the Association are autonomous and self-governing, through affiliation with the Association, each affiliate confers delegated authority on the Association in matters related to the Association’s overall mission, aims and strategy. This delegated authority is enabled and expressed in and through the EAHN Board.\nArticle 5: Membership 5.1 Membership of the Association is conferred through affiliate status, as defined in Article 4.2. Affiliate status is granted on receipt of an application or an invitation to join the Association, and on approval of the EAHN Board.\n5.2 The Association seeks to be inclusive in its membership; hence, an individual from any part of the world may become a member of one of the affiliates, and thereby, become a member of the Association.\n5.3 Membership of the Association shall be open to national or regional associations or individuals who support the mission and aims of the Association. Membership shall be without regard to nationality, race, creed, gender, sexual orientation, age, health status, or ability.\n5.4 As a federal structure, the Association may solicit a membership fee from its affiliates as a means of supporting the core aims and activities of the Association and its Board. The amount of the membership fee will be determined and agreed with reference to the needs of the Association and the capacity of individual affiliates to pay.\nArticle 6: Appointment of Board Members and Officers 6.1 The affiliates of the Association shall appoint a governing board to represents the interests of the Association and its members. The EAHN Board shall comprise five representatives drawn from its affiliates and shall elect four officer positions from among the Board members, viz., a President, a Vice-President, a Secretary, a Treasurer, and a Communications Officer.\n6.2 The term of office of Board officers shall normally be two years, with the option to serve a further one to two years.\n6.3 All powers of the Association are vested in and shall be exercised by the Board in the period between annual meetings of the full membership; however, in the period between meetings, the Board shall consult its members in matters of strategic importance to the Association.\nArticle 7: Conduct of Business 7.1 The Association shall conduct its business through electronic communications and shall hold one annual meeting of the Board, either in person or virtually.\n7.2 The Board shall maintain a written record of meetings held.\n7.3 The Board may from time to time appoint one or more working groups to conduct tasks related to the mission and aims of the Association. Working groups will normally present a written report to the Board.\n7.4 Meetings of the Association will be of two principal types: an annual meeting of the representatives of all the affiliates, designated ‘the Members’ Meeting’, and an Annual Meeting of the EAHN Board. Normally, the Annual Meeting of the Board will precede the Members’ Meeting, which shall be open.\n7.5 Through an e-mail from either the Secretary or Communications Officer, the Board shall notify the members of the date and time of the Members’ Meeting. Notice shall be given a minimum of sixty days in advance of the date of the Members’ Meeting.\n7.7 Members may propose items for the agenda of the Members’ Meeting and proposals for agenda items must be submitted in writing a minimum of thirty days prior to the date of the Members’ Meeting.\n7.8 Matters of strategic importance to the Association, such as matters regarding the Association’s Constitution, may be placed before the Members’ Meeting and such decisions may be taken following a plebiscite of the Members present at the Members’ Meeting.\n7.9 The Board may, from time to time, convene an Extraordinary Meeting of the Members.\nArticle 8: Communications, Language and Branding 8.1 Each affiliate of the Association will normally provide a written report of activities over the previous year to the Annual Meeting of the Board. The Board will, in turn, prepare an annual Bulletin, containing reports from the individual affiliates. The reports from the affiliates may be published in part or in whole in the Bulletin. The Communications Officer will normally act as Editor of the Bulletin.\n8.2 The Association shall maintain a website, which will normally include information about the Association and its affiliates. The Association shall appoint a web manager.\n8.3 The Association shall maintain a presence on a social media platform, through which individual affiliates may communicate information and commentary on matters of interest to the Association.\n8.4 The Association shall normally conduct its business through the medium of English; however, the language used for articles in the European Journal of Nursing History and Ethics, the official publication of the European Association for the History of Nursing and Ethics, will include both the principal author(s) mother tongue and English, as appropriate.\n8.5 Events, such as international conferences, held under the auspices of the Association shall incorporate the Association’s brand in all promotional materials. Use of the Association’s brand is copyright protected and may only be used by obtaining the written permission of the President or Vice-President of the Board.\nArticle 9: Data Protection 9.1 Through all its various channels of communication, the Board shall act in compliance with current relevant European data protection regulations, in particular the General Data Protection Regulation (Directive 95/46/EC). Where a national or regional affiliated member is in a country that is not a member of the European Union or the European Economic Area, that affiliate shall act in compliance with the provisions of the territorial scope of GDRP and/or the relevant data protection regulations of that member’s country or region. Article 10: Scholarly Activities 10.1 Through the EAHN Board and through the activities of individual affiliates, the Association will engage in a range of scholarly activities in fulfillment of the Association’s mission and aims, including researching, publishing, and hosting conferences, workshops, seminars, and so forth. The Association will support networking and collaboration between the affiliates and between other scholarly associations and societies.\n10.2 Individual members of the Association will support the development of the European Journal of Nursing History and Ethics through membership of the Editorial Board and/or through peer reviewing.\n10.3 Through the EAHN Board, the Association will support one or more of its affiliates in hosting or co-hosting, as appropriate, a scholarly event, such as a conference or workshop. Affiliates will, in turn, support and assist in the planning and promotion of scholarly events.\nPart II: Terms of Reference of the EAHN Board # 1. Title The Board of the European Association for the History of Nursing. 2. Context and Purpose In accordance with Article 6.1 of the Constitution of the Association, ‘the affiliates of the Association shall appoint a governing board to represents the interests of the Association and its members.’ 3. Authority, Accountability and Reporting Responsibility According to Article 4.6 of the Constitution of the Association, each affiliate confers delegated authority on the Association in matters related to the Association’s overall mission, aims and strategy. This delegated authority is enabled and expressed in and through the EAHN Board.\nThe Board is accountable to its affiliated members (Article 4.3).\n4. Membership of the Board The Board shall comprise Five representatives drawn from its affiliates. The Board will elect five officer positions from among its members, as follows: a President, a Vice-President, a Secretary, a Treasurer, and a Communications Officer (Article 6.1).\nEach affiliate of the Association may nominate one individual to be a member to the Board. Individuals who are members of an affiliate for a minimum of two years shall be eligible to serve as a member of the EAHN Board. The term of office of Board officers shall normally be two years, with the option to serve a further one to two years.\n5. Terms of Reference All powers of the Association are vested in and shall be exercised by the Board (Article 6.3). To that end, the Board shall:\nPromote the best interests of the Association through effective communications with its affiliated members and with other individuals and agencies, as appropriate. Actively support the attainment of the mission and aims of the Association by planning and coordinating events and activities to be conducted under the auspices of the Association. From time to time, review the role and effectiveness of the Association, with reference to the attainment of its mission and aims. From time to time and where warranted, conduct a review of the strategic direction of the Association in consultation with the affiliated members. Develop and foster excellent relations with cognate disciplines and related fields of inquiry, in order to promote interdisciplinary collaboration and networking. From time to time, prepare position papers on matters of concern to the Association, such as the preservation and curation of historical primary sources, national policies on the teaching of nursing history, and so forth. Plan and coordinate the Annual Members’ Meeting, in compliance with the relevant provisions of Article 8 of the Constitution. 6. Working Groups The Board may appoint one or more working groups to conduct tasks related to the mission and aims of the Association. Working groups will normally present a written report to the Board (Article 7.3). 7. Conduct of Business: Frequency \u0026amp; Record of Meetings The Board will hold a meeting of the Board at least once annually. In addition, the Board will plan and convene an annual meeting of all the Association’s affiliates. Meetings of the Board should normally precede the Annual Members’ Meeting.\nThe Board shall maintain a written record of meetings of the Board.\n8. Quorum A meeting of the Board shall be considered quorate when a minimum of three members are present. A meeting of the Board may not take place in the absence of either the President or the Vice-President. ","date":"2 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/constitution/","section":"Pages","summary":"Discover the guiding principles of the European Association for the History of Nursing (EAHN). Foundational document outlining mission, purpose, and governance structure.","title":"EAHN Constitution – Mission, Governance \u0026 Principles","type":"pages"},{"content":" Welcome to our Member Organizations page # where we showcase the diverse network of institutions dedicated to the history of nursing. Our member organizations play a vital role in preserving, researching, and promoting nursing heritage across Europe and beyond. Explore the list below to discover associations committed to advancing historical studies and fostering collaboration in the field of nursing history.\n","date":"2 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/member-organisations/","section":"Pages","summary":"Welcome to our Member Organizations page where we showcase the diverse network of institutions dedicated to the history of nursing.","title":"Member Organisations","type":"pages"},{"content":" Welcome to the Board of Directors page of EAHN. # Our board of directors is composed of dedicated professionals who guide our mission, vision, and strategic decisions. With their leadership, we work towards achieving our goals and upholding our values. Below, you will find the names and roles of our board members who contribute their expertise to the growth and success of our organization.\n","date":"2 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/board-of-directors/","section":"Pages","summary":"Welcome to the Board of Directors page of EAHN. Our board of directors is composed of dedicated professionals who guide our mission, vision, and strategic decisions.","title":"Board of directors","type":"pages"},{"content":" EAHN Annual Bulletin: Your Gateway to Nursing History # What’s Inside the Bulletin # The Bulletin of the European Association for the History of Nursing (EAHN) offers a comprehensive overview of our activities, achievements, and research projects. Published annually, it serves as a vital record of the Association’s work and a platform for knowledge exchange among members across Europe and beyond.\nAffiliate Contributions and Events # Affiliates submit detailed annual reports showcasing their activities, from conferences and seminars to public outreach and research initiatives. These reports provide insights into the progress of nursing history at regional and national levels.\nResearch Highlights # The Bulletin features summaries of cutting-edge research conducted by our members and updates on forthcoming publications. It also includes updates on the European Journal of Nursing History and Ethics, encouraging members to contribute their work.\nPublic Engagement Initiatives # Public engagement is a cornerstone of EAHN’s mission. The Bulletin celebrates museum exhibits, educational programs, and outreach efforts aimed at making nursing history accessible to diverse audiences.\nA Platform for Innovation and Collaboration # The Bulletin invites members to propose new ideas and projects, fostering an environment of innovation and collaboration. It also reflects on broader issues, such as the preservation of historical artifacts and interdisciplinary research.\nDownload Our Bulletins # Browse and download our Bulletins to stay informed about EAHN’s latest developments, research, and events.\n","date":"2 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/eahn-bulletin/","section":"Pages","summary":"EAHN Annual Bulletin: Your Gateway to Nursing History What’s Inside the Bulletin The Bulletin of the European Association for the History of Nursing (EAHN) offers a comprehensive overview of our […]","title":"EAHN Bulletin","type":"pages"},{"content":"The European Association for the History of Nursing (EAHN) is committed to protecting your personal privacy and maintaining transparency in all our data handling practices. This document explains how we collect, use, safeguard personal information, and utilize cookies and local storage technologies on www.eahnursing.eu in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU Regulation 2016/679 - GDPR) and the ePrivacy Directive.\n1. Data Controller # The Data Controller responsible for the processing of your personal data is:\nOrganization: European Association for the History of Nursing (EAHN) Website: www.eahnursing.eu Official Contact Email: eahnursing@gmail.com If you have any inquiries regarding data protection, your personal rights, or this policy, please contact us directly via email.\n2. Personal Data We Collect and Process # As an academic non-profit association, we adhere strictly to the principle of data minimization (Article 5(1)(c) GDPR). We do not collect personal data unnecessarily or engage in commercial profiling.\nA. 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Any updates will be published on this page with an updated revision date.\nLast updated: 10 September 2026\n","date":"2 September 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/privacy-cookie-policy/","section":"Pages","summary":"Information on data protection, GDPR compliance, and cookie usage for the European Association for the History of Nursing (EAHN).","title":"Privacy \u0026 Cookie Policy","type":"pages"},{"content":"On behalf of the Historical Nursing Research Section of the German Society for Nursing Science, we are pleased to extend an invitation to the upcoming programme conference, scheduled for 16 November in Dresden, Germany. Please be advised that the Congress will be conducted in German. See the programme.\n","date":"23 August 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/a-historical-overview-of-nursing-care-in-times-of-war-and-peace/","section":"Posts","summary":"On behalf of the Historical Nursing Research Section of the German Society for Nursing Science, we are pleased to extend an invitation to the upcoming programme conference, scheduled for 16 […]","title":"A historical overview of nursing care in times of war and peace","type":"posts"},{"content":"UKAHN is pleased to announce that our annual colloquium will be held in Greenwich, UK and will be organised by Justin Stephens, Senior Lecturer (mental health nursing), School of Health \u0026amp; Human Sciences, University of Greenwich.\nThe date for the 2024 Colloquium has been confirmed for Friday, June 28th and will be held at University of Greenwich, Old Royal Naval College, Park Row, London SE10 9LS. The day will begin at 0930 and the finish time will be confirmed once the programme has been agreed. Delegate fee will be £50. Information regarding the booking process will be announced once it is finalised.\nVisit website here.\n","date":"22 June 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/ukahn-colloquium-2024-university-of-greenwich/","section":"Posts","summary":"UKAHN is pleased to announce that our annual colloquium will be held in Greenwich, UK and will be organised by Justin Stephens, Senior Lecturer (mental health nursing), School of Health […]","title":"UKAHN Colloquium 2024: University of Greenwich","type":"posts"},{"content":"Registration Now Open!\nRegistration is now open for the 41st Annual Nursing \u0026amp; Healthcare Conference on September 19th – 21st in Milwaukee, WI. Early Bird registration ends on August 25, 2024.\nVisit website here.\n","date":"22 June 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/41st-annual-aahn-conference-september-19-21st-2024-milwaukee-wi/","section":"Posts","summary":"Registration Now Open!Registration is now open for the 41st Annual Nursing \u0026 Healthcare Conference on September 19th – 21st in Milwaukee, WI. Early Bird registration ends on August 25, 2024. […]","title":"41st Annual AAHN Conference September 19-21st, 2024. Milwaukee, WI","type":"posts"},{"content":"Born 204 years ago, she could have been a pampered lady of high society, but instead Florence Nightingale chose to devote herself to nursing and the nursing profession in a time when it was low-ranked and poorly valued. Nightingale has greatly influenced nurses’ position through their education and as such has played an important role in making nurses a crucial part of the healthcare system in general. Today, it’s a matter of pride for each of us to say:\nI AM A NURSE.\nNot only because of Florence Nightingale, her teaching and her ideas. Also because of nursing’s rich history in guarding our society’s health and wellbeing. They do so with their diverse knowledge and experience, of illness and care, of work and organization. Nurses have served on the frontlines in wars, pandemics and disasters. In times of need for help, we are there with pride and enthusiasm and most importantly HOPE. Therefore, dear colleagues, be proud to be a nurse, of yourselves, on your accomplishments and hard work, and your courage –\nHAPPY INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAY!\nHugo Schalkwijk (EAHN PRESIDENT)\nMaja Mrakovic (EAHN VICE PRESIDENT)\n","date":"27 May 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/happy-international-nurses-day/","section":"Posts","summary":"Born 204 years ago, she could have been a pampered lady of high society, but instead Florence Nightingale chose to devote herself to nursing and the nursing profession in a […]","title":"Happy International Nurses Day!","type":"posts"},{"content":"A new book from the Portuguese Society for the History of Nursing.\n“By commemorating the anniversary, the opportunity and the pretext was created to highlight reflective profiles and autobiographies as first-person testimonies, based on the assumption that history can be recorded from the account of significant individual experiences which, from a collective perspective, express processus and stages that are equally significant for the profession in the last quarter of the 20th century and the first decades of the 21st century. The book is illustrated with photographies collected at the Museological Nucleus of Nursing School of Oporto”.\n","date":"11 March 2024","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/25-years-of-regulation-in-nursing-96-profiles-and-remarkable-trajectories/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"A new book from the Portuguese Society for the History of Nursing. “By commemorating the anniversary, the opportunity and the pretext was created to highlight reflective profiles and autobiographies as […]","title":"25 years of regulation in nursing, 96 profiles and remarkable trajectories","type":"publications"},{"content":"","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/event/","section":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","summary":"","title":"Events \u0026 Call for Papers","type":"events"},{"content":"","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/publication/","section":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","summary":"","title":"Publications \u0026 Academic Research","type":"publications"},{"content":"","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/series/","section":"Series","summary":"","title":"Series","type":"series"},{"content":" Our Mission # The European Association for the History of Nursing (EAHN) is dedicated to preserving, promoting, and advancing the rich history of nursing across Europe and beyond. We foster scholarly research, engage the public, and create collaboration opportunities for researchers, educators, professionals, and history enthusiasts.\nKey Pillars of EAHN # 🏛️ Preserving Nursing’s Legacy # The Association actively supports the preservation of historical documents and artifacts, ensuring that the treasures of nursing’s past are safeguarded for future generations. Initiatives range from archive and museum exhibits to outreach programs that bring healthcare heritage to life.\n📚 Scholarly Publications # EAHN collaborates closely with the European Journal for Nursing History and Ethics (ENHE) and curates an extensive archive of academic monographs, historical studies, and the annual EAHN Bulletin.\nExplore Publications →\n🌍 Global Connections \u0026amp; Conferences # Through scholarly workshops, seminars, and international conferences, EAHN provides researchers with a collaborative platform to exchange methodologies and advance the historiography of nursing.\nView Upcoming Events →\n🤝 Join Us Today # Membership is open to scholars, healthcare professionals, institutions, and history enthusiasts worldwide. Becoming a member means joining an international network dedicated to honoring nursing’s legacy.\nLearn About Membership →\n","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/","section":"Welcome to the European Association for the History of Nursing (EAHN)","summary":"Our Mission # The European Association for the History of Nursing (EAHN) is dedicated to preserving, promoting, and advancing the rich history of nursing across Europe and beyond. We foster scholarly research, engage the public, and create collaboration opportunities for researchers, educators, professionals, and history enthusiasts.\nKey Pillars of EAHN # 🏛️ Preserving Nursing’s Legacy # The Association actively supports the preservation of historical documents and artifacts, ensuring that the treasures of nursing’s past are safeguarded for future generations. Initiatives range from archive and museum exhibits to outreach programs that bring healthcare heritage to life.\n","title":"Welcome to the European Association for the History of Nursing (EAHN)","type":"page"}]