Culture, Heritage & Tourism WG Meeting: Culture, arts and mental health

Culture, Heritage & Tourism WG Meeting: Culture, arts and mental health

Mental health challenges affect nearly one in four people in Europe each year, with significant consequences for quality of life, social cohesion and participation in the labour market. The European Commission’s Communication on A Comprehensive Approach to Mental Health highlights the important role that cultural participation can play in supporting well‑being, strengthening social connections, fostering belonging, boosting self‑esteem and helping to reduce isolation, stress and loneliness.

This contribution of culture to health and well‑being is further emphasised in the Culture Compass and in the Open Method of Coordination (OMC) report on culture and health, both of which underline the added value of cultural participation at local and regional levels.

In collaboration with ERRIN’s Health Working Group, this meeting, taking place on 30 June at the ERRIN premises, will explore regional best practices and case studies at the intersection of culture and mental health. The session will also highlight relevant EU policies and discuss opportunities for future EU‑funded activities.

The agenda can be found attached.