[Institute of Global Nursing] Participating in JBIC Meeting -Faculty of Global Nursing faculty members connect with the world with an eye to the future -

The 72nd JBIC (Joanna Briggs Institute Collaboration) meeting was held in Prague, Czech Republic from September 6th to 9th. Approximately 200 directors from over 80 JBI chapters participated in the event, and Professor Nishimura, Professor Wada, and Professor Hirosawa from Faculty of Global Nursing our university, attended.

On the first day, the discussion was centered on this year's conference theme, "Red Thread," and progressed step by step. In Session 1, participants discussed which JBI activities they are passionate about as individuals and their strengths. In Session 2, participants discussed the value that organizations can gain through JBI activities, and in Session 3, participants discussed how each JBI chapter can accurately evaluate its activities in order to embody the JBI vision.

Dr. Wada's group consisted of participants from Poland, Italy, North Africa, Thailand, and the United States. Every country mentioned that language and culture were barriers to disseminating evidence, and it became clear that every country faces the same barriers. Through this discussion, it was an opportunity to reaffirm that we should use our position to promote the use of research results in clinical practice as a strength and play a role in strengthening connections with clinical practice.

Dr. Hirosawa's group consisted of participants from Australia, the United States, India, and Romania. Gathering participants from various countries at one table led to interesting discussions. For example, participants from all countries felt the language barrier when writing a systematic review, and we were able to discuss a proposal to conduct an international comparison of evidence on alternative therapies for patients undergoing chemotherapy for cancer.

Note: JBI is a global organization that promotes and supports evidence-based decision-making to improve health and health service delivery.

(Source: Institute of Global Nursing)