Dominic juggles life as a single dad, community researcher, and author. He has faced eviction, food insecurity, and… Read More
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“In the face of the triple planetary crises, hope lies in humanity’s creative capacity”
The EU is rethinking what economic success looks like. With GDP failing to reflect social and environmental wellbeing,… Read More
Time for a wellbeing economy, as Finnish economist urges EU to rethink growth and inequality
Otto Kyyrönen from SOSTE, the Finnish Federation for Social Affairs and Health, argues that the European Union’s new… Read More
How Iceland’s wellbeing policies could be a blueprint for Europe
What do wellbeing economy policies look like, and how effective are they in practice? Could Europe truly benefit… Read More
Alcohol advertising in France: How big investments fuel youth exposure
Why are French youth still seeing so many alcohol ads, despite strict laws? Passed in 1991, the Évin… Read More
“Acting on the commercial determinants of health is more important than ever,” as Brussels embraces a business-first agenda
EDITORIAL The European Union is at a crucial turning point. Its shift toward competitiveness with business-friendly policies brings… Read More
“Mental health at work has remained in the shadows for too long,” Belgium’s Deputy Prime Minister urges EU to dedicate the next 10 years to mental health
For the first time in a decade, the Belgian Presidency of the Council of the European Union has… Read More
“Homelessness can affect anyone, and more quickly than you might think”: how Austria is leading the way to end homelessness
Neunerhaus, an Austrian social organisation, throws a lifeline, not just a helping hand, to those facing homelessness. In… Read More
Health doesn’t start on the plate; it starts at the farmgate
While food is widely recognised as a cornerstone of health, its impact on our wellbeing extends far beyond… Read More
Big business vs. public health: the hidden forces shaping our health
It’s been 20 years since the European Union (EU) set out to promote better health for all. The… Read More
Creating enabling environments: how innovative approaches can help protect the vulnerable
Editorial What is the power of community? In edition 21 we uncover stories from across Europe to find… Read More
Period poverty: the impact of Scotland’s revolutionary Act one year on
Having access to menstrual products, hygiene facilities, waste management, and education are basic needs. But for many across… Read More
Can municipalities be umbrella settings for health?
Health promotion is the process of enabling people to increase control over, and to improve their health, and… Read More
Can times of crisis provide an opportunity for change for health and wellbeing?
Churchill famously said, “Never let a good crisis go to waste”. The focus on public health since the COVID-19 pandemic has triggered… Read More