Dear CAPH members, 

We are pleased to highlight key updates, upcoming events, and the priority areas that will guide our work this year.

European Public Health Conference 2026 – key updates 

Registration and abstract submission are still OPEN. 
We strongly encourage all members to register early and begin preparing abstracts ahead of the deadline: 1 May (18:00 CET). 

• Early registration is recommended, as events sold out quickly last year  
• A free registration option is available to secure your place  
• Invoices can be generated for grant reimbursement  
• Abstract mentoring support is available – we’re here to help! 

Conference website: https://ephconference.eu/bilbao-2026/ 

Abstract submission guidelines here: https://ephconference.eu/bilbao-2026/abstracts/guidelines/  

Dates: 10–13 November 2026 

Location: Bilbao, Spain 

Theme: “Urban and global synergies: shaping the future of public health with climate resilience, equity and innovation.” 

A picture of us from last year, in Helsinki. Experience the energy of the EPH Conference – join us in Bilbao 2026!

European Public Health Week 2026 (EPHW) 

Dates: 4–8 May 2026 

As you know, EPHW is a flagship initiative led by EUPHA. The overarching theme for 2026 is: “Investing for sustainable health and well-being.” EPHW is open to everyone – from institutions and professionals to students and civil society. 

Learn more on why it matters and how to get involved: https://eupha.org/euphw/ 

We are proud to highlight CAPH’s active contribution this year: participating in the panel alongside Childlight, a global institute – European policymakers and leading experts addressing child sexual abuse and online harms. 

Panel: “A Hidden Health Crisis in Europe” 
Tuesday, 5 May 
10:00–11:30 CET 

This session builds on recent research (including a Lancet report) exploring public health approaches to preventing trafficking and child sexual abuse. 

Key issues include: 

• Gaps in international policing frameworks (e.g. Interpol limitations) 
• Delays in urgent cross-border action 
• The need for stronger, coordinated European-level responses 
• Balancing child protection with individual rights and freedoms

CAPH Priority Areas for 2026 

These priorities reflect both emerging challenges and ongoing commitments in child and adolescent public health. The themes are closely interconnected and highlight the need for integrated, upstream, and systems-based approaches to improving health outcomes for children and young people. 

• Social media and regulation to protect the safety of children and reduce online harms 
• Mental health 
• Reducing obesity 
• Reducing health inequalities – eliminating child poverty and improving prospects for young adults 
• Improving health literacy (e.g. vaccine uptake in undervaccinated children) 

We welcome collaborations that align with our mission. Get in touch! 

Join the Network (JTN) Meeting  

We invite you to join our annual CAPH network meeting at the EPH Conference – a space for your ideas, discussions, and collaboration. We would love to connect. More information will be shared after the abstract submission deadline. 

Warm regards, 
The EUPHA CAPH Committee 

Contact us: 

• President: Prof. Sonia Saxena – s.saxena@imperial.ac.uk 

• Vice President: Dr. Julia Dratva – drat@zhaw.ch 

Follow us on X (Twitter): @CAPHEUPHA 
Visit our webpage: https://eupha.org/child-and-adolescent-public-health