The Korean Society of Community Health Nursing has been a leading academic organization contributing to the advancement of health equity through prevention-oriented public health and the development and innovation of education, research, practice, and policy in community health nursing. The mission of community health nursing?caring not only for individuals but also for families, communities, and society as a whole?has never been more important. Our Society has played a pivotal role in bridging scientific evidence with practical wisdom at the forefront of this mission.

In the face of rapidly changing demographics, widening health disparities, the dual burden of infectious and chronic diseases, and the ongoing digital transformation, community health nursing must further strengthen evidence-based practice through the use of data and technology, while expanding its role as a bridge connecting field experiences to policy development.

In response to these evolving healthcare challenges, the 23rd Korean Academy of Community Health Nursing will make the following efforts:

First, we will strengthen evidence-based community health nursing practice and research by integrating data and technological innovations, ensuring that scientific evidence is translated into practice and policy.

Second, we will prioritize the education and development of nursing students and future community health nursing professionals, supporting the cultivation of competencies that contribute to community health and policy advancement.

Third, we will expand collaboration with professional organizations and community institutions related to community health nursing, and enhance policy influence by proposing strategies that reflect the lived experiences of community members, thereby strengthening integrated response capacity and promoting health equity.