
A good life
Today, people’s well-being is threatened by issues such as access to healthcare, mental health problems, loneliness and inequality.
We work to make life in a changing world as good as it can be. Together with our partners, we develop humane solutions and services. We create smoothly running everyday life. Our contribution can be seen everywhere, from safe homes and well-being to meaningful art and culture.
A good life is one of our four strategic themes.
Key research areas

The effects of art on well-being

Mental health

Health technology

Social inclusion

Well-being at work and leadership

social and health services system

A good life is built on respect for other people and nature, and participation in the common good. We promote holistic well-being through multidisciplinary cooperation. Together we create a meaningful life for all, for example through the arts.
Anna-Mari Rosenlöf
Senior Advisor, Leader of the research group Creative well-being
See the results of our work
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Case, News

Cultural well-being matters – Culture and Health Forum event strengthens international cooperation
Cultural well-being is becoming an established part of Finnish welfare policy. The importance of culture is particularly recognised in promoting health, supporting mental well-being and strengthening inclusion. Despite…
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Phenomenon

Art creates new connections
Art or culture is not an add-on to everyday life, a single aesthetic experience. It is a life force, a source of inclusion and well-being—and the ability to…
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Press Release

Art and culture for well-being – Culture and Health Forum brings international experts and artists to Turku
The Turku University of Applied Sciences Arts Academy and the national cultural wellbeing contact point Taikusydän organise the international Culture and Health Forum event in Turku on 29-30…
