The University’s Commitment to Community Well-Being and Sustainable Development
The University of Brescia promotes public health as a central aspect of its institutional commitment, integrating research, teaching, and its “third mission” with the goal of improving the quality of life for the community and the local area.
As part of its Strategic Plan, the University focuses its activities on promoting well-being from a cross-cutting and intergenerational perspective, taking a holistic view of social, economic, environmental, and ethical dimensions.
An Integrated Approach to Health
Public health is understood as the result of a complex system of factors involving:
- prevention and health promotion;
- environmental sustainability;
- equity and social inclusion;
- scientific and technological innovation.
The University draws inspiration from the principles of the Sustainable Development Goals (Agenda 2030) and operates in line with national and European policies, actively contributing to addressing global health and social challenges.
Health Research and Education
UniBS conducts interdisciplinary research in the fields of public health, medicine, engineering, and the social sciences, promoting innovation and the transfer of knowledge to the healthcare and industrial sectors.
At the same time, its academic programs prepare professionals to address public health challenges with up-to-date skills and a focus on society’s emerging needs.
Impact on the Local Area
Through its social engagement activities, the University shares scientific, technological, and cultural knowledge with the community, contributing to the improvement of living conditions and collective well-being.
This commitment is realized through:
- educational and outreach initiatives aimed at the general public;
- collaborations with healthcare institutions, public agencies, and businesses;
- joint projects with the local community to address social needs.
Well-being and Social Responsibility
The University recognizes its role as a strategic actor in local sustainable development, promoting policies focused on equity, inclusion, and the empowerment of people.
In this context, public health is a priority area of action, understood not only as the absence of disease but as an overall state of individual and collective well-being.
Health Promotion Programs and Initiatives at the University
Services and Initiatives
- Health and wellness promotion programs in educational and workplace settings
- Information and awareness-raising activities on prevention, lifestyle, and public health
- Research and technology transfer projects in the health sector
- Collaborations with public health agencies and local institutions
Support for the academic community
- Well-being support and counseling services
- Initiatives aimed at students, faculty, and technical and administrative staff
- Training activities, events, and thematic campaigns