The European Public Health Week (EUPHW) brings together everyone committed to strengthening public health across the WHO European Region. Supported by WHO/Europe, the European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies, and key European partners, EUPWH connects professionals, institutions and communities to amplify trusted public health messages across borders.
Theme: Investing for sustainable health and well-being
In 2026, EUPHW builds on the powerful message of the Helsinki Statement of the European Public Health Conference 2025: Investing for sustainable health and well-being.
This year’s theme calls for bold, long-term investment in equitable systems, resilient communities and a strong public health workforce. It challenges us to rethink how societies measure progress and to place well-being at the heart of policy decisions.
Our purpose
EUPHW translates shared European public health commitments into action.
Each year, the European Public Health Conference provides a collective vision through its official Statement. EUPHW turns that vision into a week of concrete engagement across Europe — bringing the message from conference halls into communities, institutions and public debate.
EUPHW sets out to:
- Highlight the role of public health as a driver of innovation, resilience and democratic strength
- Build trust and strengthen public understanding of health challenges and solutions
- Foster collaboration across disciplines, sectors and countries
- Support inclusion by amplifying youth voices and engaging communities across Europe
Through hundreds of events, EUPHW makes public health visible, relatable and actionable.
Looking back: EUPHW 2025
Held from 12–16 May, the 2025 edition strengthened its role as a pan-European campaign for public health. Under the theme “Innovation for Resilience: Shaping a Sustainable Future”, the week mobilised:
- 298 events across the Region, in 21 participating countries, 14 languages (183 in-person events, 103 online events and 12 hybrid events)
- EUPHA Sections, national associations, universities, NGOs, cities, and youth groups
- Strong partnership with the European Commission, WHO/Europe, and EU stakeholders
- A high-visibility launch at the European Parliament, marking an important milestone for political engagement
Join the movement
EUPHW is coordinated by the European Public Health Association (EUPHA). Stay tuned for calls for events, communication materials, and opportunities to engage in this a shared platform to raise awareness, strengthen dialogue, and connect Europe’s public health ecosystem.