Health inequalities and inequities that affect the poor and vulnerable are a critical societal challenge. Existing structural inequalities and mounting pressures from environmental degradation, e.g. climate change, are exacerbating the situation.
There is compelling evidence that aspects of indoor environments (e.g. thermal, visual, acoustic conditions and air quality) can adversely affect health. However, the role of indoor environments in health inequalities is less understood, with limited focus on identifying effective solutions for health equity.
Access to indoor spaces (dwellings, workplaces, etc) that are optimised to promote health should be seen as a fundamental right for all.
Reflecting on the Special Issue recently published in the Journal Buildings & Cities, this event is an opportunity to understand and further discuss the latest evidence, the key knowledge gaps, and the significance of both for decision-making, policy and practice. A panel of distinguished speakers will present their expert views, followed by a debate with opportunities for the audience to contribute to the overarching question:
What actions and evidence are needed from academia, industry, policy and third sector, to secure health equity through buildings and their indoor environments?
Chair: Terrie Alafat, Joseph Rowntree Housing Trust
Speakers: Marcella Ucci and Anna Mavrogianni, University College London (Special Issue Co-editors)
David Osrin, University College London
Joe Baker, London Borough of Haringey Carbon Officer
Elly Hoult, Peabody Trust
Rosalie Callway, Town and Country Planning Association
Venue: FCBStudios, Twenty Tottenham Street, London W1T 4RG
Date: Tuesday 23 September, 18.00 – 20.30
To attend the event please register at : https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/edge-debate-186-securing-health-equity-through-indoor-environments-tickets-1587223721879?aff=oddtdtcreator
This Edge Debate #186 is being held in conjunction with Buildings & Cities. For free access to the special issue visit:
