About the Event
Under the theme “Addressing Commercial Determinants of Health for Healthier Societies,” the 23rd INHPF Annual Meeting and Global Health Promotion Symposium will bring together health promotion leaders, policymakers, researchers, and practitioners to exchange knowledge, share experiences, and explore approaches to contemporary health promotion challenges.
Building on INHPF’s commitment to international collaboration and knowledge sharing, the event will provide opportunities to strengthen partnerships, share practical experiences, and advance sustainable health promotion efforts.
INHPF Annual Meeting — November 2
The 23rd INHPF Annual Meeting will bring together INHPF members to exchange experiences, strengthen partnerships, and explore opportunities for continued collaboration in advancing health promotion across the network.
Global Health Promotion Symposium — November 2–3
The Global Health Promotion Symposium will feature an Open Session, keynote presentations, thematic sessions, and discussions on health promotion policies and practices.
November 2 — Open Session
The Open Session will focus on sustainable health promotion and approaches to addressing the commercial determinants of health, featuring perspectives and experiences from Korea and across the Asia-Pacific region.
November 3 — Thematic Sessions
The symposium program will feature four thematic sessions and one special session covering the following topics:
- SDGs and Healthy Life Expectancy: Global progress and national strategies for healthy longevity.
- Digital Health Communication & Social Marketing: Strategies and challenges in health communication and social marketing.
- Emerging Nicotine and Tobacco Products: Policy and regulatory responses to evolving tobacco industry strategies.
- Healthy Environments for Healthy Living: Addressing commercial influences related to alcohol consumption, unhealthy food environments, and obesity.
- Special Session — 80 Years of Public Health Centers in Korea: Lessons from Korea’s public health centers and the future of community-based health services.
INHPF Site Visit — November 4
A site visit for INHPF participants will provide opportunities to learn about community-based health promotion and public health services in Pohang, including visits to the Pohang Buk-gu Public Health Center, Pohang Trauma Center, and Health Living Support Center.
Further Information
For the detailed symposium program, speakers, and event information, please visit the official event website.