Shaping health futures together: NSA engagement for EPW2 and Ageing is Living

27 October 2025 13:30 – 17:30 CET
UN City, Copenhagen, Denmark

WHO/Europe is hosting the second non-State actor (NSA) networking and engagement event on 27 October 2025, a day before the opening of the 75th session of the WHO Regional Committee for Europe.

NSAs – including nongovernmental organizations, civil society organizations, philanthropic foundations, business associations and academia – make a vital contribution to WHO’s work, supporting the organization in implementing its policies and recommendations. Their expertise and innovation have been critical in informing the development of the second European Programme of Work (EPW2) and their engagement is essential to ensure its effective implementation.

Objectives

The event aims to:

  • strengthen understanding of EPW2 and identify opportunities for NSA collaboration in its implementation;
  • provide NSAs with direct opportunities to interact with WHO/Europe directors and technical experts;
  • gather perspectives from NSAs on the draft European Strategy on Ageing is Living, which will inform its further development; and
  • celebrate existing partnerships and inspire new ways of working together to advance health in the Region.

Participants

NSA representatives and WHO experts will be invited to this in-person event. 

Accessibility

The event seeks to ensure the highest attainable level of accessibility for people living with disabilities. Participants are encouraged to indicate any special needs, and efforts will be made to ensure equitable access for all sessions.

Format

The event will have 3 main parts:

  • a plenary session introducing EPW2 priorities and showcasing opportunities for collaboration with NSAs;
  • an interactive marketplace exchange, allowing WHO directors and technical experts to engage directly with NSA participants; and
  • a consultation session on the European Strategy on Ageing is Living, enabling NSAs to provide input and recommendations.