International Nurses' Day

Each year, International Nurses' Day is celebrated around the world on May 12th to mark the vital contribution nurses make to our society. In Australia, celebrations are held during the week that includes May 12. DJ Creations sells 55mm button badges to help celebrate this special occasion. Since 2000, over 392000 badges have been sold in Australia.

History

The International Council of Nurses initiated International Nurses' Day in 1971 on May 12th. This date marks the birth of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing. Each year the International Council of Nurses, uses a different theme to draw attention to important issues. The theme for 2024 is "Our Nurses. Our Future. The economic power of care" In the past, such themes as women's health, healthy ageing, health in the workplace, environmental health, school health, immunization, adolescent health, cost-effectiveness of nursing services, primary health care and nursing research have been the focus of attention.

About the International Council of Nurses

The International Council of Nurses (ICN) is a federation of national nurses' associations (NNAs), representing nurses in more than 120 countries. Founded in 1899, ICN is the world's first and widest reaching international organisation for health professionals. Operated by nurses for nurses, ICN works to ensure quality nursing care for all, sound health policies globally, the advancement of nursing knowledge, and the presence worldwide of a respected nursing profession and a competent and satisfied nursing workforce.

More information about International Council of Nurses can be found at http://www.icn.ch

Celebrations in Australia

Like many countries around the world, Australia recognises and celebrates lnternational Nurses' Day on May 12th. Each state generally coordinates their own promotional activities, with involvement from the various Nurses' Unions and government bodies.

lnternational Nurses' Day provides an opportunity to thank nurses for their commitment and hard work and recognise the contribution that nurses make to the health and well-being of our society.

Button Badges

Wearing a button badge on lnternational Nurses' Day is one way, of promoting the nursing profession and being proud of what this represents. They are sold to nurses at all hospitals and nursing homes in Australia. Flyers promoting the badges are posted in late February each year. Since the year 2000, over 347739 badges have been sold nationally.

Camp Quality

An important aspect of selling badges to nurses is the donation it generates to Camp Quality. 25% of the gross earnings from the sale of the badges (excluding postage costs) are donated each year. The total amount donated to the Camp Quality to date is $245893.00

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This Year's Badges Available for Purchase

  • Message A

    Nurses... making a difference to the lives of others

  • Message B

    Caring for the body, mind and spirit

  • Message C

    Nursing... healing from the heart

  • Message D

    Nurses... always there for you

  • Message E

    Nursing is the gentle art of caring

  • Message F

    Nurses... lifting spirits, touching lives

  • Message G

    If love can't cure it, nurses can!

  • Message H

    Nurses are angels in disguise

previous badge designs

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DJ Creations supports Camp Quality through the sale of badges by making a contribution each year. In 2023, $11550.00 was donated.
Since the year 2000, a total of $273893.00 has been donated to support children living with cancer.

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