From August 19 to 21, 2024, SmartCHANGE participated in the 15th HEPA Europe Conference, held in Dublin, Ireland. This event, organised in collaboration with WHO/Europe, brought together experts, young researchers, policymakers, and professionals focused on promoting Health-Enhancing Physical Activity (HEPA) across Europe.
The HEPA Europe 2024 conference focused on “Implementing Health-Enhancing Physical Activity: The Importance of Inclusion.” The conference's objective was to engage and connect scientists, policymakers, professionals and other stakeholders to enhance and facilitate the implementation of knowledge in the field of Health-Enhancing Physical Activity. Bringing together leading experts, young researchers, policymakers, professionals and other stakeholders, the HEPA Europe 2024 conference in Dublin provided a unique forum to stay up-to-date with scientific, practice and policy developments in Europe and beyond.
SmartCHANGE, represented by the University of Ljubljana, presented its innovative approach to participatory design and engaged with key stakeholders to exchange ideas and insights on effectively promoting health-enhancing physical activity in diverse communities.