Next month we will meet at the 17th European Public Health Conference in Lisbon, Portugal, to exchange views on the theme ‘Sailing the waves of European public health: exploring a sea of innovation’. We are committed to advancing public health across Europe. Guided by the theme of innovation, we strive to foster responsible, affordable,  and equitable innovations that address the evolving public health challenges. Our focus on sustainability, collaboration, and citizen empowerment ensures that public health actions are inclusive and impactful, bridging science, policy, and communities for a healthier Europe.
We call upon all stakeholders—public health professionals, policymakers, researchers, advocates, and citizens—to join us in this mission. Together, we can foster responsible, affordable, and equitable innovations to create a sustainable and healthier future for all.

• Promote Innovation: Advocate for inclusive and cost-effective solutions that benefit all sectors of society.
• Develop Sustainable Practices: Implement policies that prioritize sustainability and health equity, addressing the social, environmental, and commercial determinants of health.
• Enhance Collaboration: Strengthen partnerships across sectors and communities to address complex public health challenges through innovative solutions.
• Champion Evidence-Based Policies: Advocate for and implement policies that are rooted in scientific evidence and ensure resilient health systems.
• Empower Citizens: Ensure citizens have access to their health data and are active participants in management of their health care.
• Support the European Health Data Space as a means to improve healthcare delivery and research.