Learn below about activities organized by the ISN’s 10 Regional Boards occurring across the globe.
Fiji’s growing kidney disease burden highlights the need for global action
Nature Reviews Nephrology has published the paper “Fiji’s Rising Tide: The Growing Burden of Diabetic Kidney Disease on Emerging Nephrology Services” by Anis Ta’eed, Abhitesh Raj, Yogeshni Chandra, Shilpanjali Jesudason and Angus Ritchie. The commentary highlights the alarming rise of diabetic kidney disease (DKD) in Fiji, which threatens to overwhelm its emerging nephrology services....
The ISN and AFRAN strengthen ties to advance kidney care in Africa and beyond
The ISN and the African Association of Nephrology (AFRAN) signed a new agreement at WCN'25 to strengthen collaborative efforts aimed at: Improving the number of nephrologists in Africa Supporting sustainable kidney care Improving patient outcomes regionally and globally AFRAN President Hany Hafez (seated, far left), ISN Immediate Past President Masaomi Nangaku (seated, second from right), and ISN Core...
The ISN on Saving Young Lives and Sustainable Kidney Care at IPNA 2025, South Africa
The ISN endorses educational and scientific events that help advance kidney care. Whether large or small, events focusing on region-specific topics may qualify for this recognition. Apply for ISN endorsement for enhanced visibility, scientific merit, and educational impact — learn more and apply here. 20th Congress of the International Pediatric Nephrology Association, IPNA 2025 February 19-23,...
ISN-Endorsed Events Worldwide: Join Us in Mexico, Turkey, Brazil, and Dubai This September – Apply for ISN Endorsement for Your Event!
The ISN endorses high-quality events within the kidney care community. Whether your event is big or small, if it addresses region-relevant topics, it could qualify for our endorsement. Apply for ISN endorsement for enhanced visibility, scientific merit, and educational impact. Discover all the benefits of ISN-endorsed meetings and how to apply here. 57th National Congress of...
ISN-Endorsed Events in June: Join Us at APCN & KSN 2024 in Korea – Apply for ISN Endorsement for Your Event!
The ISN endorses high-quality events within the kidney care community. Whether your event is big or small, if it addresses region-relevant topics, it could qualify for our endorsement. Apply for ISN endorsement for enhanced visibility, scientific merit, and educational impact. Discover all the benefits of ISN-endorsed meetings and how to apply here. June 13 - 15,...
Advances in Global Kidney Care: Inspiring Contributions from National and Regional Societies Shared at ISN Affiliated Societies Meeting
At the recent WCN’24 in Buenos Aires, leaders from 28* of the ISN's 116 Affiliated Societies convened for the ISN Affiliated Societies Meeting. Society representatives shared inspiring advancements and success stories, from improvements in home dialysis treatments to developing robust kidney transplant programs, spotlighting the collaborative spirit and innovation within the international nephrology community. In recognition...
The ISN Welcomes the Latin-American Society of Nephrology and Hypertension as a Collective-Member Society
The Latin-American Society of Nephrology and Hypertension (SLANH) has joined the ISN as a Collective-member society, strengthening a mutual commitment to advancing kidney care in the Latin America region. The ISN has collaborated on many initiatives with the SLANH, including the recent World Congress of Nephrology 2024 (WCN’24) in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and a series of webinars in...
Expanding ISN Membership in the Latin America Region: The ISN Welcomes the Ecuadorian Society of Nephrology as a Collective-Member Society
The Ecuadorian Society of Nephrology (SEN) has joined the ISN as a Collective-Member Society, marking the eighth such society in the Latin America region. This development strengthens a mutual commitment to advancing kidney care throughout this part of the world. Congratulations and a warm welcome to SEN on becoming part of the ISN community! We...