Well-being economy in practice: case studies from Europe and beyond

Overview

Well-being economy initiatives drive well-being, equity and sustainability and, therefore, present significant opportunities for sustainable and inclusive development. The health sector is at the heart of these efforts. This report provides an overview of what well-being economy initiatives, policies and governance look like in practice and how they are currently being financed. It also presents inspiring case studies that highlight a range of well-being economy policy and governance mechanisms. In combination, they demonstrate that the health sector is essential to delivering equitable economies and promoting well-being for all. Specific case examples show how health promotes the four well-being capitals (‎human, social, economic and planetary)‎ through policy and governance. They highlight ongoing shifts in the spending and investment landscape towards well-being and health equity and outline the various channels through which well-being economies can be designed to promote (‎health)‎ equity and ensure healthy and prosperous lives for all.