May 2024

EUPHAnxt newsletter

Dear EUPHAnxt subscribers, 

You are all very welcome to the May edition of the EUPHAnxt newsletter. This newsletter will showcase the many events that will take place during the European Public Health Week, which kicks off next week. We are especially looking forward to our network event on Friday, May 17, which is taking place both online and in-person in Brussels, Belgium. If you are interested in attending our event, register here. We have partnered up with the European Commission’s DG SANTE, WHO Euro’s Youth for Health Network, Young Forum Gastein, European Nursing Student Association  (ENSA), European Federation of Psychology Students’ Associations (EFPSA), European Network of Medical Residents in Public Health (EuroNet MRPH), the Association of Schools of Public Health in the European Region (ASPHER), the UNESCO Chair Global Health and Education and the International Pharmaceutical Students Federation (IPSF) to deliver you the best event.

Abstract submission for the European Public Health Conference this November in Lisbon, Portugal is now closed but we look forward to planning a variety of events and workshops. Did you register in order to secure your spot? Stay tuned to our newsletters and social media channels, as we will keep you updated with our conference planning, Subscribe to our different platforms using the icons above! Check out the most recently published interview from the EPH Conference in Dublin, Ireland, in which our past conference fellow, Anna Romanova, discussed the realm of health literacy with Prof. Dr. Orkan Okan!

For those of you who are new to our network, EUPHAnxt is a unique network within EUPHA for students and young professionals, including early career researchers and policymakers, in the field of public health. EUPHAnxt is a free and open initiative that aims to inform and involve future generations in the European and multidisciplinary network of public health associations.

You are encouraged to share related opportunities and events with us and we would be pleased to disseminate it to our network. EUPHAnxt is open to partnering with student organisations in Europe. If you are a part of an organisation that may be interested in joining forces, please contact us. NOTE: If you wish to receive the monthly newsletter directly to your inbox and avoid it going directly to spam, please add euphanxt@eupha.org to your contacts/address book.

Thanks for tuning in,

The EUPHAnxt team

• Charlotte Myers (Communication Manager)

• Jinane Ghattas (Conference Manager)

• Domitilla Marconi (Talent Manager)

• Sophie Eicher (Outreach Manager)

• Monica-Georgiana Brînzac (Coordinator)

Upcoming events

EUPHA is offering an extensive webinar agenda throughout the next month, including a series on the workforce crisis in healthcare. Learn more about all the webinars listed below here.

• Health systems Resilience testing: using shock scenarios to develop actionable policies
  May 17, 2024 – 11:00-12:00 CET
• How to respond more effectively to the healthcare workforce crisis: international evidence and national examples
  May 29, 2024 – 15:00-16:00 CET
• Burden of Chronic Diseases from a small country perspective
  May 30, 2024 – 16:00-17:00 CET
• The ‘permacrises’ and its exacerbating effects of the healthcare workforce crisises
  June 7, 2024 – 18:00-19:00 CET
• Re-visioning the governance and organisation of healthcare work: skill-mix, leadership, and new professional groups
  June 11, 2024 – 15:00-16:00 CET
• Global healthcare labour markets and mobile workforces
  June 17, 2024 – 16:00-17:00 CET

The health workforce is a key concern for policy makers, striving to maintain the capacity and improve the performance of their health systems. The summer school, organized by the European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies, the Veneto Region of Italy, the European Commission and World Health Organization (WHO), accepts applications from all 53 WHO European Region Member States. The deadline for applying is 31 May 2024. Learn more here.

The 2024 European Public Health Week (EUPHW), which will take place from May 13-17, 2024, will focus on the important notion that public health is a political choice. Registration for individual events throughout the week can be found here. The EUPHW daily themes and kick-off events include:

Monday, May 13th // Health is a political choice!

• Starting the discussion,10:00-11:30 CET (online). During this webinar organised by EUPHA in collaboration with EUPHA’s Public Health Policy and Politics Section, the importance of our weekly theme will be highlighted. We will set the scene for upcoming events throughout the week and launch a call to action.
• Radical community management training,12:00-15:00 CET (in-person, in Brussels). Organised by EUPHA and partners.
• High-level panel, 15:00-16:30 CEST (hybrid, in Brussels and streamed online). A hybrid event organised and supported by EUPHA, the European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies, the WHO Regional Office for Europe, the European Commission’s DG SANTE and OECD. On the first day of European Public Health Week, this high-level panel discussion will explore the intersection of health and politics. Our panellists will discuss What? – So what? – Now what? with a special focus on the political determinants of health and innovation.

Tuesday, May 14th // Mental health

• How do you do co-creation in mental health? 10:00-11:00 CET (online). People with lived experience of mental health issues have had limited opportunities to participate and contribute to the development of policies and services that meet their needs. Promoting co-creation as the standard practice holds significant benefits. For people with lived experience, co-creation reduces stigma and discrimination related to mental health. It also fosters self-efficacy and self-esteem, while enhancing mental health literacy, Importantly, co-creation ensures that real needs are thoroughly considered and taken into account. But how is it done? How can you contribute? The WHO Regional Office for Europe, Mental Health Europe and EUPHA Sections are hosting a webinar exploring this question.

Wednesday, May 15th // Planetary health

• The strength of partnerships in designing health-promoting policies,10:00-11:00 CEST (online). Health is not merely a personal endeavour; it’s a political choice that shapes the well-being of entire societies. The WHO Regions for Health Network (RHN) recognizes this, emphasizing that political decisions, from resource allocation to policy-making, profoundly impact public health outcomes. How do RHN members and partners identify priorities for action? How can a variety of actors (local and regional authorities, universities and research centres) come together to support cross-sectoral action? How can policymakers be supported towards creating environments that prioritize the well-being of all, ensuring a healthier and more prosperous future for everyone?

Thursday, May 16th // Health through the life course

• Breaking down silos, 10:00-11:00 CEST (online). This webinar is co-organised by the UNESCO Chair Global Health & Education, the EUPHA Health Promotion Section, EUPHA Health Literacy Initiative and the EUPHA’s Health Ageing Section. Universal access to good and affordable health care is a major aspect that contributes to healthy individuals and societies. In addition, we are exposed to many (amenable) factors that impact our health – positively and negatively – along our life course. From the first crucial two years in healthy development to potential decline in functioning and health at a later age – there are many opportunities to prevent negative health outcomes and encourage positive health. How can we encourage innovative and sustainable solutions for our health systems? How can politics drive equity in access to care and health promotion that leaves no one behind? How can we channel a ‘continuum lifespan’ approach?

Friday, May 17th // Next generation of public health

• Public health of today and tomorrow, 14:00-17:30 CEST (hybrid, in Brussels and streamed online). This day will put the next generation of public health leaders in focus. New perspectives are essential to create ground-breaking innovations and challenge the status quo. While we frequently discuss the importance of young voices, it’s time to reflect on our tangible actions. Amplifying these voices means more than just acknowledging their value; it involves actively relinquishing control, sharing the stage, speaking less, and handing over the microphone. We are proud to be the daily partner on Friday, where we will put the next generation of public health leaders in focus, as new perspectives are essential to create ground-breaking innovations and challenge the status quo. How can we better engage our grassroots public health community? Can we create pathways to give more power to students and early professionals? We will be joining forces with other organisations for this event and you can participate both in-person (Brussels, Belgium) and via online streaming. The day will shine a spotlight on the emerging leaders in public health. It’s not merely about acknowledging the importance of young voices; it’s about actively fostering an environment where they can thrive. Sub-themes for Friday include:

• • Involvement of the next generation in policy-making and politics
  • Collaboration of public and private sectors for a healthier tomorrow
  • Engagement of civil society
  • Innovation in how we collaborate
  • Radical community management
  • Let’s Shape the Future Together

Mark your calendars! #EPH24 is scheduled for November 12- 15, 2024 in Lisbon, Portugal and registration is open. The registration fee will increase from September 1, so be sure to register soon and note there are reduced fees for current students and trainees. We are in the midst of brainstorming EUPHAnxt sessions for the upcoming conference and we invite you to be involved! Do you have an idea for the conference? Send us your ideas at info.euphanxt@eupha.org and we can start planning together.

Sailing the waves of European public health: exploring a sea of innovation is the main theme for the conference. Just as explorers once set sail to discover new worlds, we, as public health professionals, embark on a journey of innovation and discovery in our field. We seek to push the boundaries, discover new approaches, and chart the course for the future of public health in Europe. Sub-themes of the EPH Conference 2024 include:

• Artificial Intelligence in Public Health
• One Health- Animal Approach
• Social Marking in Public Health
• Health inequalities
• Global health

Opportunities

The Young Forum Gastein (YFG) 2024 call for applications is now open! The European Health Forum Gastein (EHFG) is offering scholarships to enable young health professionals from the WHO European Region to participate in our YFG programme. The deadline for applying is 13 May 2024. Learn more and apply here!

The EUPHA- Health Services Research (HSRM) section will be hosting the first EUPHA Spring School on Translational Health Services Research Methods for Public Health Professionals (HSRM) in Granada, Spain from 17- 21 June  2024, organized with the support of the EUPHA Office and the endorsement of many EUPHA fellow sections. Learn more here!

The Canadian Behavioural Interventions and Trials Network (CBITN) has several open calls for studentship and fellowship opportunities. The deadline to apply is Monday, 27 May @ 17:00 (EDT) and results will be announced in July 2024. Learn more and apply here!

The IARC has posted a post-doctoral opportunity within the Early Detection, Prevention and Infection (EPR) Branch  to investigate cancer prevention by valuating the potential impact of interventions The deadline for applying is 31 May 2024. Learn more and apply to the position here!

WHO, as the leader in global public health issues, is committed to building a diverse pool of future leaders in public health. WHO’s Internship Programme offers a wide range of opportunities for students and recent graduates to gain insight into the technical and administrative programmes of WHO and enrich their knowledge and experience in various areas, thereby contributing to the advancement of public health. Learn more and apply here!

The Partnership on Transforming Health and Care Systems aims to fund transnational research projects via dedicated calls. Check out the calls from more than 30 funding agencies, including a call for proposals by May 14, 2024 here.

INDEEP (INtervention on the DEterminants of, and Expertise in, Physical activity behaviours) is an EU-funded Marie Sklodowska-Curie Doctoral Network that seeks to generate excellence in research and training, providing future graduates that can advance the state-of-the-art in Physical Activity promotion, through a comprehensive understanding of the determinants associated with Physical Activity Behaviours, innovative methodologies, and data analytics. The deadline for applying is May 12, 2024. Learn more and apply here.

Resources

Interesting read of the month

Political polarization may affect attitudes towards vaccination. An analysis based on the European Social Survey data from 23 countries

Michał Wróblewski & Andrzej Meler

European Journal of Public Health, Volume 34, Issue 2 (2024) 

https://doi.org/10.1093/eurpub/ckae002

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