Lykovrysi-Pefki Joins WHO's Healthy Cities Network

The municipality of Lykovrysi-Pefki has officially joined the World Health Organization's (WHO) Healthy Cities Network, a significant institutional recognition that underscores its strategic dedication to advancing public health, fostering sustainable development, and strengthening social cohesion. This membership opens new avenues for the region, granting access to international collaborative networks, valuable European expertise, and crucial funding instruments.

These resources will be instrumental in enhancing the municipality's social services and prevention policies. A delegation from Lykovrysi-Pefki recently participated in the International Conference of the European Network of Healthy Cities in Viana do Castelo, Portugal. The conference focused on innovative practices in key areas such as mental health, active aging, sustainable mobility, and the creation of inclusive urban environments, providing a roadmap for future local initiatives.

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The inclusion of our Municipality in the World Health Organization's Healthy Cities Network is a particularly important moment for the Municipality of Lykovrysi – Pefki. The health, social cohesion, and quality of life of citizens are at the core of our planning. Through our participation in international cooperation networks, we gain valuable knowledge, access to good practices, and new possibilities that will allow us to design even more effective policies for our citizens. We continue with consistency and vision to invest in a modern, humane, sustainable, and open municipality to the challenges of the future.

During the conference, Deputy Mayor for Social Welfare, Social Cohesion, and Volunteering, Mr. Giorgos Stivachtis, engaged in high-level meetings. Notably, he met with the Irish Minister of Health to discuss public health challenges within local government and conferred with the Mayor of Viana do Castelo on participatory governance. Strong ties with the twin city of Strovolos, Cyprus, were also reaffirmed, paving the way for new joint projects. The municipality's commitment to outward-looking strategies and innovation continues to drive improvements in citizens' daily lives and its active role in shaping future European cities.

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Our participation in the International Conference of Healthy Cities was an important opportunity for exchanging knowledge and experiences with representatives of cities from all over Europe. The meetings we held and the collaborations being developed create new prospects for our Municipality and enhance our ability to utilize innovative practices in the fields of social policy, prevention, and volunteering. We return with valuable experiences and new ideas, which we will strive to transform into substantial actions.