Online Lectures INTA 2025

Urban Health Culture Of The Future

Introduction to a Lecture Series on the Future of Urban Health Culture

Welcome to this lecture series dedicated to exploring the future of urban health culture, where we aim to inspire, inform, and engage on one of the most pressing challenges of our time: the health and well-being of urban populations.
As cities grow and evolve, so do the complexities of addressing the physical, mental, and social health needs of their residents.
This series adopts a holistic and interdisciplinary perspective, recognizing that creating healthier urban environments requires collaboration across fields such as urban planning, public health, environmental sciences, architecture, and social policy.
Throughout this lecture series, we will delve into key themes, including:

• Designing cities for well-being: How can urban spaces promote mental and physical health?
• Environmental health in urban areas: Addressing air quality, green spaces, and climate resilience.
• Social cohesion and equity: Building inclusive communities where everyone can thrive.

A global sharing of experience and expertise

Each session will feature leading experts and practitioners who will share insights, case studies, and strategies for shaping cities that prioritize human health and happiness.
We invite you to join us on this journey as we envision and work towards healthier, more sustainable, and more equitable cities for the future.
Together, let’s reimagine what it means to live well in urban environments.