Mission

Ø  To advance and promote the science of salutogenesis (philosophy, theory, methodology, evidence) and thus to contribute to the scientific base of health promotion and of the IUHPE

 

Objectives

Along with the general aims of the GWGs of the IUHPE, the GWG-Sal pursues the following objectives:

  • salutogenesis-related agenda-setting for, within and beyond the IUHPE;

  • contribution of the salutogenic approach to the IUHPE and other scientific programs;

  • engage with key (regional) research fields and stakeholders for capacity building regarding salutogenesis.

 

Working principles

  • Considering principles of the Ottawa Charter

  • Inclusiveness regarding regions, gender, age etc.

  • Coherent work plan: comprehensible, manageable, meaningful for GWG members

  • Voluntary engagement through joyful experience

  • Feasibility: link meetings of GWG-Sal to related health promotion conferences