NurseCMU Leads the Way in Nursing and Midwifery Development with WHO Recognition

9 November 2023

Faculty of Nursing


Chiang Mai University's Faculty of Nursing (NurseCMU) has achieved a remarkable milestone by securing a 4-year renewal as a World Health Organization Collaborating Center, WHO CC 203 for Nursing and Midwifery. This prestigious accolade, granted by the World Health Organization once every four years, underscores NurseCMU's unwavering commitment to advancing the global landscape of nursing and midwifery. The renewal signifies a remarkable five consecutive terms of leadership in shaping the landscape for nursing and midwifery practice.
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NurseCMU has a rich history of collaboration with the World Health Organization, resulting in the creation of diverse manuals, groundbreaking research, and innovative media for knowledge dissemination. Within the Faculty of Nursing, expert faculty members actively contribute as consultants to the evolution of nursing curricula and extend nursing and midwifery education to various countries across Southeast Asia. Furthermore, NurseCMU is a vital training center for public health personnel development.
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Dr. Thanee Kaewthummanukul, Assistant Professor and Dean of the Faculty of Nursing at Chiang Mai University, expressed deep gratitude for this prestigious recognition. Dr. Thanee emphasized, "We acknowledge the significant responsibility and privilege that comes with this distinguished recognition. Through the collective efforts of WHO Collaborating Centers, substantial strides have been taken in advancing global health and fostering connections among diverse communities. NurseCMU takes immense pride in contributing to this noble global mission within our profession."
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The Faculty of Nursing's designation as the World Health Organization Collaborating Center for Nursing and Midwifery Development (WHO CC 203) on September 5, 2003, underscores its steadfast commitment to international education standards and its position as a leading academic institution with global potential. This recognition is an outstanding achievement and a source of immense pride for NurseCMU.
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The World Health Organization (WHO) collaborates with over 800 institutions across 80 countries to support its programs. WHO Collaborating Centers, which include research institutes, university departments, and academies, are designated by the Director-General to bolster the Organization's initiatives. Currently, there are over 800 WHO Collaborating Centers in more than 80 Member States, actively working alongside the WHO in various domains, including nursing, occupational health, infectious diseases, nutrition, mental health, chronic diseases, and health technologies.
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Chiang Mai University's Faculty of Nursing is dedicated to providing top-tier education and training for nurses and midwives, to promote health and effective nursing staff management. This commitment not only enhances NurseCMU's academic standing but also ensures the delivery of the highest standards in nursing and midwifery practices.
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NurseCMU's recent accomplishment of renewal as a WHO Collaborating Center sets a remarkable example for nurses and midwives worldwide, showcasing the path to success in their respective fields through excellence, innovation, and global impact.



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