At the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA81), the ISN will continue to drive discussion on how to turn the WHO kidney health resolution into action, linking kidney health to stronger, more sustainable health systems for noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) as countries look ahead to the 2027 United Nations High-level meeting on universal health coverage (UHC). On September 22, the ISN and Devex will...
Faculty and delegates at the ISN Primer Course in Renal Pathology in Montevideo, Uruguay The ISN is pleased to welcome the Uruguayan Society of Nephrology (SUN) as its newest Collective-member society, reinforcing a shared commitment to advancing kidney care in Latin America. By joining the ISN as a collective-member society, the SUN formalizes a partnership centered on knowledge exchange, education, and stronger connections across the...
Who is ready to guide the ISN at both global and regional levels? Nominations are now open for the election of 2027–29 ISN leaders, including President-Elect; and, Regional Board Deputy Chairs, who also serve on the ISN Council, for all 10 ISN regions. View details and submit your nomination This is an opportunity for ISN members to help drive the society’s mission forward by...
Since its launch in 2019, the ISN Community Film Event is seen as a distinctive creative platform where patients, families, healthcare professionals, and advocates can highlight the impact of living with kidney diseases by sharing their personal experiences. Submit your film Across eight editions, the films have taken viewers into remote communities, through transplant journeys, and into dialysis units, hospitals, and homes, depicting uncertainty and challenges alongside resilience and hope. With submissions now open for...
The ISN values the perspectives and contributions of its younger members and supports them as they develop into the next generation of global kidney health leaders. The ISN Young Nephrologists Committee (ISN YNC) is a key part of this commitment, bringing together early-career professionals from around the world to contribute to ISN activities and develop their networks, skills, and leadership experience. For 2026–28, eight new...
The ISN and the International Society of Glomerular Disease (ISGD) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a long-term partnership toward advancing kidney health worldwide. Through the partnership, the two societies will work more closely together, share expertise, and identify opportunities for joint initiatives, strengthening complementarity between their respective activities.
Your research is the result of time, effort, and ideas that could help advance global kidney health. Your next important step in this process: Submit an abstract to WCN’27 so that your work is seen and discussed on a global stage and becomes part of the scientific exchange that moves nephrology forward. Submit your abstract...
ISN membership is more than a subscription; it's your place in the leading global kidney health community. Whether you're early in your career or an established leader, the ISN connects you to people, resources and opportunities that challenge, inspire, and support you every step of the way. Join the ISN or renew your membership for the rest of 2026 at 50% off with promo code 50ISN26 In addition to discounted ISN events, ISN membership gives you access to: Kidney...
In July, the ISN will continue its support of kidney care advancement in the region with its participation in the MSN Congress. Malaysian Society of Nephrology Congress (MSN 2026) July 24-26, 2026 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia The MSN 2026 congress will be followed by a 2-day ISN Scientific Writing Course (SWC) from July 27-28, delivered by the ISN and MSN. Several members of the ISN SWC faculty will present talks at the MSN...
Advocating for national kidney health action just got easier. The ISN has developed a one-page tool for advocating with government and health system stakeholders showing how they can support the national implementation of the WHO kidney health resolution. Download and share the one-pager Based on an ISN-led policy paper published in The Lancet in May 2026, the one-pager outlines five practical steps countries can take to move from commitment to implementation,...
Reconnect with the resources, opportunities, and community that support your professional growth and help advance kidney health worldwide. For a limited time, ISN membership is available at 50% off for the remainder of 2026 with code 50ISN26. Join the ISN or renew your membership at 50% off Join or renew today to gain access to thousands of hours of educational content,...
As you continue to use ISN-Global Kidney Health Atlas (ISN-GKHA) data in your work or look to better understand the global kidney health landscape, listen to an ISN Roundtable marking the ISN-GKHA’s 10th anniversary that offers valuable insights into one of the nephrology community’s most influential resources. Access the ISN-GKHA 2027: 10-Year Round-Up Roundtable video In the discussion, leaders behind the ISN-GKHA reflect on the atlas’ evolution and its worldwide impact. David Johnson...
The ISN is pleased to welcome the Nephrology Society of Fiji as its newest ISN Collective-member society, expanding a global network that helps kidney societies increase visibility, engage with the wider ISN community, and access member benefits. The new membership strengthens efforts to advance kidney care across the ISN Oceania and South East Asia region, including a recently formalized “5-Year Strategic Plan for Nephrology Capacity...
As part of its broader engagement during the World Health Assembly (WHA79) in Geneva from May 18 to 23, 2026, the ISN will contribute to two side events on May 20, including an important milestone: the first official WHA side event for which the society was invited to submit a proposal. Taking place just days before the first anniversary of the WHO kidney health resolution's approval, discussions at WHA79 will build on...
Participants at the ISN Affiliated meeting held during WCN’26 At WCN’26, the ISN Affiliated Societies Meeting brought together representatives from 30 national and regional nephrology societies* to discuss, network, and exchange on shared challenges and priorities in kidney health. The meeting, opened by ISN President Marcello Tonelli, was also the occasion for the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the...
ISN member Kristin Veighey presents at the ISN-EFIM joint session at ECIM 2026 At the European Congress of Internal Medicine (ECIM) 2026, the ISN and the European Federation of Internal Medicine (EFIM) held a joint session highlighting the importance of kidney health in internal medicine. Janaka Karalliedde speaks at the ISN-EFIM joint session at ECIM...
The ISN’s impact depends on the time, expertise, and commitment of volunteers across its global network. As new terms begin, the ISN is pleased to welcome incoming chairs, deputy chairs, and members to several of its committees and working groups for the 2026 to 2028 term. We look forward to their contributions in the...
The ISN “Are your kidneys healthy?” quiz webpage has been refreshed with a new design that makes key kidney health information easier to explore. Access the “Are your kidneys healthy?” quiz Available in 35 languages, the quiz helps better understand kidney function, risk factors, and steps they can take to protect their kidney health. Share the quiz with your patients to open a dialogue about...
The ISN continues to support the advancement of kidney care through engagement, most recently with nephrology communities in Bangladesh and the Philippines in April, strengthening collaboration, education, and knowledge exchange across regions. 8th International Conference of Paediatric Nephrology Society of Bangladesh April 11-12, 2026 Dhaka, Bangladesh ISN President Marcello Tonelli’s pre-recorded welcome message will be played at...
The ISN-led GREEN-K* (Global Environmental Evolution in Nephrology and Kidney Care) initiative invites the global kidney community to review and comment on a joint draft statement, “Procurement for Environmentally and Ethically Sound Kidney Care Products and Services.” Read the draft statement and share your feedback by...
