CULTURE & Health conference will be held from 8-9 September 2026 in VIENNA.
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Across Europe, artists are working hand in hand with professionals in health, care, education, and social sectors to improve well-being, reduce loneliness, and strengthen communities. The Culture and Health Forum on 8–9 September 2026 in Vienna brings this growing field into focus — an event for exchange, inspiration and policy dialogue across sectors at the European and national levels.
This year’s international ‘Culture & Health Forum’ will focus on showcasing the work of artists at the intersection of culture, health, care, education and social sectors.
The conference event on 8-9 September 2026 is open to everyone free of charge and will foster networking, peer-learning and thinking together about the future of this intersectional area.
The event will bring together a rich international audience from all over Europe
Artists and practitioners working at the intersection of culture, health, care, education and social sector
Professionals from the health and social sector
International and Austrian experts
Austrian and European policymakers
Organisations advocating for culture to enhance the health and well-being of individuals and communities.
The conference programme will host a variety of activities
Policy discussion: Culture, Health and Well-being at the EU and national level – where are we and what are the next steps?
Showcasing artists working at the intersection of culture, health, care and social sectors
Artist presentations
Immersive workshop experiences led by artist facilitators
Results of the artistic exploration labs, a flagship initiative
A zoom-in: culture and mental health. We will also discuss the untapped possibilities of arts for tackling loneliness both for older people and youth

