Healthy Lifestyles for Europe project (HL4EU)

🎉 Happy New Year from Healthy Lifestyles for Europe! 🎉 As we welcome 2025, we renew our commitment to promoting healthier and more active lifestyles across Europe. 🌍💪 This year, let’s continue to inspire individuals and communities to embrace exercise, outdoor sports, and well-being as part of daily life. Together, we can make Europe healthier and happier! ✨ Special thanks to all our partners 💡 Stay connected for updates, events, and initiatives as we move towards a healthier future! #hEU #HealthyLifestyles #ErasmusSport #NewYear2025 #StayActive #HealthForAll EuropeActive Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry EPIONI | ΕΠΙΟΝΗ European Initiative for Exercise in Medicine e.V. (EIEIM) European Liver Patients' Association - ELPA It's Great Out There Coalition POLIS Network EUROPEAN NETWORK OF OUTDOOR SPORTS Floor Van Houdt

🎥 Highlights of our Community Building Conference on Advancing Cross-Sectoral collaborations for Healthy Lifestyles across Europe🇪🇺   On November 5th, the Healthy Lifestyles for Europe project (HL4EU) partners came together for an inspiring day of connection, collaboration, and exchanges on fostering healthy lifestyles across Europe. From insightful keynotes to dynamic presentations and panel talks, this conference was a testament to the power of collective action and cross sectoral collaboration.   A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us—your input and contributions are what make the HL4EU community so impactful. Together, we’re building bridges, creating opportunities, and driving meaningful change.   💬Let us know your favorite moments or takeaways in the comments below! #HL4EU #CommunityBuilding #Collaboration #Innovation #Highlights EuropeActive Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry Greek Carers Network EPIONI European Initiative for Exercise in Medicine e.V. (EIEIM) European Liver Patients' Association - ELPA It's Great Out There Coalition POLIS Network EUROPEAN NETWORK OF OUTDOOR SPORTS Floor Van Houdt Knut Inge Klepp Stefano Pintus Kitti Almer

🤸♀️Community Building Conference recap🤸♀️   On November 5th, partners of the Healthy Lifestyles for Europe project (HL4EU) organised their Community Building Conference in #Brussels, bringing together over 5️⃣0️⃣ participants, including policymakers, researchers, and stakeholders from ⚕️health, 🚲mobility, ⛹️♀️sports, and physical activity sectors. Together, we explored cross-sectoral strategies to advance healthy lifestyles and combat non-communicable diseases (#NCDs) across Europe.   🚀 Key Highlights from the Conference: 🔹 European Initiative for Exercise in Medicine e.V. (EIEIM) presented the new data base gathering over 50 inspiring practices from partners that showcase innovative public-private collaborations for health. 🔹 Floor Van Houdt reflected on the lessons learned from the EC #HealthyLifestyle4All campaign, which gathered over 50 pledges from organisations across Europe.  🔹 Dr Juana Willumsen presented the World Health Organization global action plan on on physical activity 2018 - 2030 and key recommendations to reduce physical inactivity. 🔹 Michele Cecchini from OECD - OCDE stressed the significant burden that physical inactivity places on EU Member States and presented the OECD guidebook on Best Practices in Public Health. 🔹Knut Inge Klepp presented the "Joint Action Prevent NCD" initiative to enhance Member States' capacity in implementing prevention policy, improving monitoring systems and reducing social inequalities.  🔹A panel discussion moderated by Jerome Pero from the Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry gathering high-level stakeholders from the European Commission (Stefano Pintus), Hungarian Presidency (Kitti Almer), OECD - OCDE (Dr Juana Willumsen) and the Faculty of Sport & Exercise Medicine (Dr Ashley Ridout) exchanged ideas on innovative strategies and cross-sectoral approaches to promote physical activity and healthy lifestyles.   For more information👉The full report of the conference is available here: https://lnkd.in/ee7s6EVJ   Thanks to our incredible speakers and partners for their active participation and contributions on this project‼️   Let's keep working together to make healthier lifestyles accessible for everyone!   #HL4EU #HealthyLiving #NCDPrevention #CrossSectorCollaboration #PublicHealth   EuropeActive Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry Greek Carers Network EPIONI European Initiative for Exercise in Medicine e.V. (EIEIM) European Liver Patients' Association - ELPA It's Great Out There Coalition POLIS Network EUROPEAN NETWORK OF OUTDOOR SPORTS  

🇪🇺 #HL4EU Community Building Conference Recap 🤸   This week, we were thrilled to finally host our Healthy Lifestyles for Europe project (HL4EU) Community Building Conference, bringing together experts, policymakers, and industry leaders to advance cross-sectoral collaborations for healthier lifestyles across Europe.   Key Moments: 🔹 Alina Chebes (Sr Policy Officer, EuropeActive) kicked off the conference with a presentation of HL4EU’s vision and objectives, setting the stage for a day of impactful discussions. 🔹 Luz Divina De La Cruz (Science Manager, European Initiative for Exercise in Medicine e.V. (EIEIM) presented the ongoing work on the future #HL4EU platform, gathering data, information and best practices about community-driven health initiatives. 🔹 Floor Van Houdt (Head of Sport Unit, DG EAC, European Commission) provided insights from the #HealthyLifestyle4All campaign, showcasing the power of collaboration in linking sport and active lifestyles with health, food and other policies. 🔹 Juana Willumsen (Technical Officer, World Health Organization) presented data on physical inactivity levels, showcasing 31% of adults do not meet the recommended levels of physical activity and key recommendations for supporting Member States' efforts.  🔹 Michele Cecchini (Head of Public Health, OECD - OCDE) introduced OECD’s initiatives on cross-sectoral collaboration for disease prevention and health promotion. 🔹 Knut Inge Klepp (Scientific Coordinator, JA PreventNCD) presented the Joint Action Prevent Non-Communicable Diseases project and how it helps assisting authorities in prioritising the most effective prevention strategies.   💬Panel Discussion on Cross-Sector Cooperation:  The event concluded with an insightful panel moderated by Jerome Pero (Secretary General, Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry), featuring Juana Willumsen (World Health Organization), Kitti Almer (Hungarian Presidency of the Council of the EU), Stefano Pintus (DG EAC, European Commission), and Dr. Ashley Ridout (Faculty of Sport & Exercise Medicine, UK). Each speaker shared their organisation's approach to promoting health through partnerships, such as the European Commission's #HealthyLifestyle4All initiative and WHO's work with governments to integrate physical activity policies across sectors. The speakers also addressed barriers like differing sector priorities, with examples from the UK’s Moving Medicine initiative on how to align health goals with broader sector interests.   🙏 Thank you to all our partners, speakers, and participants for a productive day of knowledge-sharing and collaboration. We hope to continue building on this momentum together, strengthening networks and forging impactful collaborations to advance healthy lifestyles across Europe🇪🇺   #HL4EU #HealthyLifestyle4All #HealthCollaboration #EUHealth #Erasmus+  

📣Tomorrow is the day! 📣 We’re just one day away from the Healthy Lifestyles for Europe project (HL4EU) Conference on "Advancing Cross-Sectoral Collaborations for Healthy Lifestyles across Europe."🤸♀️ With noncommunicable diseases (#NCDs) responsible for 90% of deaths in Europe, it's clear that addressing this challenge demands bold action and cross-sectoral cooperation. This timely event will gather top policymakers and health experts to explore solutions as we approach a new chapter in EU health policy with the upcoming European Commission taking office in a few weeks🇪🇺 🎙️ Key Speakers Include: 🔹World Health Organisation 🔹European Commission 🔹European Parliament 🔹OECD And many more👉👉https://shorturl.at/0sX95 Join us in #Brussels at the L42 Business Center tomorrow from 14:00 to 17:00, followed by a networking cocktail. This is your chance to engage with health experts and policymakers. 🔗 Still haven’t registered? Last seats are available here: https://shorturl.at/1kxXk #HL4EU #HealthyLifestyles #PublicHealth #NCDs #EUHealthPolicy #CrossSectorCollaboration #HealthyEurope Kitti Almer Stefano Pintus Jerome Pero Floor Van Houdt Knut Inge Klepp Kai Troll EuropeActive EPIONI | ΕΠΙΟΝΗ European Initiative for Exercise in Medicine e.V. (EIEIM) POLIS Network European Liver Patients' Association - ELPA It's Great Out There Coalition Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry

⏳ Last Chance to Register! ⏳ The #HL4EU Erasmus+ funded project Conference on "Advancing Cross-Sectoral Collaborations for Healthy Lifestyles across Europe" is just 1️⃣ week away! Don’t miss this opportunity to join leaders in #health and policy to discuss strategies for tackling Europe’s greatest health challenge- #NCDs - through physical activity and cross-sectoral collaborations! We're thrilled to share a sneak peek of the incredible lineup of speakers for our panel session on Cross-Sectoral Cooperation for Healthy Lifestyles! 🌍💪 Moderated by Jerome Pero from the Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry👇👇 After the conference, enjoy a networking cocktail with peers and experts! 🗓️ Date: November 5️⃣, 2024 | 🕒 Time: 14:00 - 17:00 📍 Location: L42 Business Center, Brussels 🔗 Register now: https://shorturl.at/1kxXk ℹ️Info and agenda: https://shorturl.at/0sX95 Seats are filling fast—secure yours today! #HL4EU #HealthyLiving #HealthInnovation #PublicHealth #NCDPrevention

🌟 Why attend the #HL4EU Conference? 🌟 🏥 Noncommunicable diseases account for 9️⃣0️⃣% of deaths in Europe. Tackling this challenge requires bold, cross-sectoral collaboration. Our upcoming conference will explore how policymakers, industry leaders, and NGOs can unite to promote healthier lifestyles and prevent NCDs. Keynote Speakers & Panelists: Experts from the World Health Organization, OECD - OCDE, European institutions, health & physical activity community and more👇👇 When: November 5️⃣, 2024 | Where: Brussels🇧🇪 Seats are limited! Register today and be part of this important discussion. 🔗 Register now: https://shorturl.at/1kxXk ℹ️ Info & Agenda: https://lnkd.in/efwtMu55 #HL4EU #HealthMatters #HealthyEurope #CrossSectorCollaboration #NCDPrevention

📢 Join us at the Healthy Lifestyles for Europe project (HL4EU) Erasmus+ funded project Conference and be part of a critical conversation on tackling #NCDs and promoting healthy lifestyles across #Europe. Here’s a sneak peek of what’s on the agenda: 🔹 Cross-sectoral collaboration practices 🔹 World Health Organization insights on physical inactivity 🔹 Success stories from the Commission's Healthy Lifestyle 4 All campaign 🔹 Best practices and examples from across Europe Don’t miss out on this chance to learn from health experts and policymakers‼️ 🗓️: November 5️⃣, 2024 | Time: 14:00 - 17:00 (followed by networking cocktail) 📍Location: L42 Business Center, Brussels🇧🇪 🔗 Register here: https://shorturl.at/1kxXk ℹ️Info and agenda: https://shorturl.at/0sX95 #HL4EU #HealthyLifestyles #HealthPolicy #NCDs #PublicHealth

🚨 Register Now! 🚨 We are excited to invite you to the Healthy Lifestyles for Europe (HL4EU) Erasmus+ funded project Conference on "Advancing Cross-Sectoral Collaborations for Healthy Lifestyles across Europe," taking place on Tuesday 5️⃣ November 2024 in #Brussels! 🇧🇪🏃♀️ Join us at the L42 Business Center from 14:00 to 17:00, followed by a networking cocktail, to exchange and reflect on the untapped potential of physical activity to enable healthier lifestyles for all. How can greater cross-sector collaboration be sparked to make healthy and active lifestyles a reality across Europe❓Can we move from a curative to a preventative public heath model❓ 💬 You will have the chance to exchange with renowned experts from the EU institutions, World Health Organization, research community and many more‼️ 🔗 Register now to secure your spot: https://shorturl.at/1kxXk ℹ️Programme and more info about the event: https://shorturl.at/0sX95 EPIONI | ΕΠΙΟΝΗ EuropeActive European Initiative for Exercise in Medicine e.V. (EIEIM) European Liver Patients' Association - ELPA EUROPEAN NETWORK OF OUTDOOR SPORTS Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry It's Great Out There Coalition POLIS Network #healthylifestyles #physicalactivity #mentalhealth #wellbeing #HL4EU

Join the Movement for Healthier Lifestyles across #Europe🤸♀️   In May, partners of the Healthy Lifestyles for Europe project (HL4EU) launched its Call for Action seeking to promote greater cross-sectoral collaboration to tackle NCDs, to improve public health and people’s quality of life.   Key Recommendations of our Call for Action: 🔵Inclusive Approach: Increase EU funding and initiatives, and their accessibility, to support multisectoral collaboration 🟣Community Engagement: Mobilise communities to provide accessible and safe spaces for physical activity 🟢Sustainable Practices: Implement policies to create supportive environments for physical activity, such as urban planning initiatives, transportation policies, and school-based programmes.   We are thrilled to share that the Call for Action is still open for endorsement! Organisations interested in making a meaningful impact are encouraged to join us by expressing their interest here👇 https://lnkd.in/ee4w4N9P   🗓️ Save the Date! A follow-up conference will take place on 5 November in #Brussels🇧🇪, where we will delve deeper into the Call for Action, discuss with experts from various sectors and reflect on the steps ahead. Stay tuned for more details!   👉 More about #HL4EU👉 https://lnkd.in/ee4w4N9P   Let's work together towards a healthier, more active Europe! 💪   #HealthyLifestyles4EU #CallForAction #HealthPromotion #CommunityEngagement #Sustainability #Wellbeing EPIONI | ΕΠΙΟΝΗ EuropeActive European Initiative for Exercise in Medicine e.V. (EIEIM) European Liver Patients' Association - ELPA - EUROPEAN NETWORK OF OUTDOOR SPORTS Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry It's Great Out There Coalition POLIS Network