The Grand Duchy will host the 4th World Conference on Forests and Parks for Public Health, where UNature Luxembourg is organising a series of events for the general public.
This May, Luxembourg City will host two flagship events highlighting the essential link between nature and public health: the 4th edition of the World Conference on Forests and Parks for Public Health; complementing this scientific conference will be a free public programme entitled "And if we were nature?". Organised by UNature in collaboration with the World Society on Forests and Parks for Public Health, these events will take place from 21 to 24 May 2025, at LuxExpo The Box.
These two complementary events will bring together international experts who will explore, alongside participants, how nature influences our health and well-being at every stage of life—from childhood to old age, at home and at work. First, the scientific conference will bring together over a hundred international researchers and specialists to study the links between green spaces and public health. This event represents a unique opportunity for Luxembourg to engage in the global debate on nature-based health solutions and explore how nature can play a transformative role in improving public health in cities around the world.
Next, true to its mission to build a bridge between the scientific community and the general public, UNature is organising a series of events, open to the public, entitled "And if we were nature?". These events will translate complex research into accessible interpretations while fostering exchanges between experts and citizens. These meetings invite participants to join world-renowned experts, researchers, policymakers and educators to explore three main themes: nature and mental health, environmental education and nature-based urban planning.
These sessions will address some of the most pressing questions of our time, emphasising solutions derived from research and community action. They will invite everyone to reimagine our connection to the natural world. Through inspiring talks, interactive panel discussions and practical workshops, participants will discover how nature can become a powerful lever for public health, in Luxembourg and around the world.
These UNature conferences are organised with the support of the Health Directorate of the Ministry of Health and Social Security, the Ministry of the Environment, Climate and Biodiversity, the Ministry of National Education, Children and Youth, and the City of Luxembourg, among others.
A programme for the general public, experts and young people
The programme will begin on Wednesday 21 May at 16:00 with a public session dedicated to nature and mental health, followed by the official launch of the scientific programme.
The following two days will offer a rich and stimulating program for both specialists and the general public. During the day, scientists will present their latest research on the impact of nature on physical and mental health. In the evening, the public will be invited to participate in panel discussions, discussions with experts and interactive sessions.
Through engaging dialogues and concrete case studies, experts will share their knowledge and experiences to better understand how to integrate nature into our daily lives and maximize its benefits. The conference is held in English with simultaneous translation into French.
- Wednesday 21 May: The Role of Nature Contact in Youth Mental Health
- Thursday 22 May: Environmental Education: The Missing Connection
- Friday 23 May: Nature-Based Urban Planning: A Health Imperative
- Saturday 24 May: Nature Makers: A Campus Rewilding Project
Discover the detailed programme and register now at UNature.org and take part in a global movement exploring how nature can transform public health. Whether you are an expert, teacher, citizen or student, this event is for anyone who wants to rethink the role of nature in our lives.
UNature: An Educational and Immersive Approach to Promoting the Benefits of Nature
Formerly known as "Université dans la Nature", UNature Asbl is a non-profit organisation based in Luxembourg, founded in 2021 as the European sister entity of the Quebec organisation Université dans la Nature o.b.n.l., established in Quebec in 2014. Its mission: to restore the link between humans and nature and promote the essential role of nature, both in preventive and curative health and in sustainable development.
