Regional Committee Information

Welcome to the Sigma European Regional committee page, where 13 chapters within the European region of Sigma come together to strengthen their networking, collaboration and activities for their members in Europe.



As Sigma European region plays a crucial role in both the healthcare industry and the lives of its members. It serves as a professional organization that brings together nurses with shared interests and goals, offering a platform for networking, education, advocacy, and support. Here's a breakdown of the importance of a Sigma European region to healthcare and its members:

  1. Professional Development and Education: Sigma European region provide opportunities for members to engage in continuous learning, skill enhancement, and professional growth. They often organize workshops, conferences, seminars, and webinars where nurses can learn about the latest advancements in healthcare, evidence-based practices, and emerging trends. This ensures that nurses stay updated with the rapidly evolving field of healthcare, ultimately leading to improved patient care.

  2. Networking and Collaboration: Sigma European region facilitates networking among their members, creating a sense of community and allowing nurses to connect with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and specialities. These connections can lead to collaborations on research projects, sharing best practices, and even mentorship opportunities, all of which contribute to enhancing the overall quality of care.

  3. Advocacy: Sigma European region advocates for the interests and needs of nurses, patients, and the healthcare system as a whole. They play a vital role in influencing healthcare policy, participating in discussions about regulations, and ensuring that the voice of nurses is heard at local, national, and international levels. Through advocacy efforts, nursing societies contribute to shaping healthcare policies that reflect the needs of both healthcare providers and patients.

  4. Evidence-Based Practice: Sigma European region promotes the use of evidence-based practices, which involve integrating the latest research findings and clinical expertise into nursing care. By encouraging their members to follow evidence-based guidelines and protocols, Sigma European region contributes to higher standards of care and better patient outcomes.

  5. Support and Professional Well-Being: Nursing can be a demanding and stressful profession. Sigma European region offers support systems that help members cope with challenges, reduce burnout, and maintain their well-being. This society often provides resources, counselling services, and forums where nurses can share their experiences and find emotional support from peers who understand the unique demands of their profession.

  6. Leadership Opportunities: Sigma European region offers avenues for members to take on leadership roles within the organization. This can lead to personal and professional growth, allowing nurses to develop leadership skills that can be applied both within the society and in their healthcare practice.

  7. Research and Innovation: Sigma European region actively promotes research and innovation within the field. We provide funding, grants, and platforms for nurses to share their research findings, innovative ideas, and clinical projects. This contributes to the advancement of nursing knowledge and practices, ultimately benefiting patient care.

In summary, Sigma European region plays a pivotal role in advancing the nursing profession, promoting quality healthcare, and supporting the well-being of its members. Through education, advocacy, networking, and various support mechanisms, Sigma European region contributes to the growth of individual nurses and the overall improvement of healthcare systems.

 

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Each biennium, Sigma installs a new president at the international level. At the 47th Biennial Convention, we proudly installed Sandra C. Garmon Bibb, DNSc, RN, FAAN, and introduced her as the 35th president of Sigma. With influence from the Board of Directors, each president presents a call to action to help guide members and chapters as we strive to fulfill our mission.

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Members of the European Regional Committee

Lurdes Lomba, Varduhi Avetisyan, Alina Kushkyan,  Liz Westcott, Harshida Patel, Margreet van der Cingel, Gerardina Harnett, Snježana Čukljek,  Milko Zanini, Nicola Cornally, Chaya Raz, Kristina Mountain & Marie-Louise Luiking.

Terms of reference

Sigma European Regional Committee

  1.    House keeping
  2.    To follow and amend when necessary the agreed Strategic Planning for Sigma Europe
  3.    To organise and sustain the  European Regional Development Fund
  4.    Networking with other chapters, members and organisations internationally
  5.    Creating a Sigma European Identity within Europe
  6.    Organise and host  Biennial Regional Conferences



  • NEW instead of 3 Scholarships to attend 7th SigmaERC, Bournemouth 2024 there will be 6:
    Criteria and applications here 2024 here
    Scholarships for the 6th ERC have been awarded to Camila Biazus Dalcin, Paulo Costa and Rafael Bernardes.

  • Bid information for the 8th Sigma European Regional Conference 2026 here (Close).

  • Sigma European Region Strategic Plan evaluation 2020 here

  • New Sigma European Region Strategic Plan 2021-2026 here

Congratulations to our 3 Sigma European Chapters, Sigma Capitulo Phi Xi, Portugal, Phi Mu chapter, England and Omega Epsilon at Large, Ireland for being awarded the Showcase of Regional Excellence (SRE) 2019-2021. Stellar work has been undertaken during the biennium from these chapters to achieve this recognition. Under the guidance of Presidents Lurdes Lomba, Portugal, Liz Westcott, England & Gerardina Harnett, Ireland and their respective board members & chapter members
The Purpose of the Showcase of Regional Excellence (SRE) is designed to recognize the good work of chapters in relation to the Presidential Call to Action.

The Chapter Key Award, established in 1991, honors Sigma chapters that excel in chapter-related activities such as:  

  • Membership recruitment and retention
  • Publicity and programming
  • Professional and leadership development
  • Local, national, and international collaboration Congratulations to the Phi Mu chapter, England and RhoChi at Large Chapter, the Netherlands for receiving the Chapter Key Award for the Biennium 2019-2021.





During the Sigma Biennial Convention in November 2021 the Sigma European Regional committee hosted and presented on the topic of Honor the Past, Remember the Present, Create the Future: Celebrating Sustainability and Cultural Literacy across European Nurses and Midwives. The video can be found on the Sigma e-repository.