Digital transformations
for health

We drive inclusive and equitable digital transformations of health by generating research, driving policy innovation, shaping the public and political agenda through partnerships and youth co-creation.
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DTH-Lab drives inclusive and equitable digital transformations of health by generating research, driving policy innovation, shaping the public and political agenda through partnerships and youth co-creation.

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Our vision

By 2030, digital transformations of health are led by Health for All values and enable digital first health systems to deliver equitable benefits for the health, well-being and safety of young people and their communities.

Our work

DTH-Lab brings youth together with policymakers, technology companies and other stakeholders to drive change in four areas:

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Digital first health systems

Co-creating Digital First Health Systems with young people

Co-creating Digital First Health Systems with young people

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Digital and data governance

Advancing value-based governance of digital transformations to support better health outcomes

Advancing value-based governance of digital transformations to support better health outcomes

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Digital determinants of health

Addressing the digital determinants of health and well-being

Addressing the digital determinants of health and well-being

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Digital citizenship for health

Empowering people to critically engage with digital ecosystems

Empowering people to critically engage with digital ecosystems

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Our latest resources

Publication
October 22, 2025
The impact of digital transformations on young people’s nutrition
Publication
September 26, 2025
Putting data solidarity into practice: a guide for public and private organizations, authorities and policymakers
News & insights
September 23, 2025
Youth and digital gaps threaten success of UN declaration on NCDs and mental health
Publication
September 1, 2025
Regional findings on Digital First Health Systems
Publication
August 15, 2025
New rules are required for WHO’s engagement with Big Tech
News & insights
August 12, 2025
Call for Applications: Regional Youth Champions - Cohort 2025-2026
News & insights
July 29, 2025
A mandate for action: Council of the EU calls for safer digital environments for young people
News & insights
July 18, 2025
The European Health Data Space: why data solidarity matters now more than ever
News & insights
July 10, 2025
Call for Submissions: Research Topic on the Role of Public Health in Preventing Digital Harms
Multimedia
July 3, 2025
How is health linked to digital citizenship
Publication
June 19, 2025
Why the G7 must act now to address the digital health transformation
Journal article
June 18, 2025
From research to policy – addressing the digital determinants of youth mental health
Publication
May 27, 2025
Digital citizenship for health: Overcoming challenges for youth
Journal article
May 24, 2025
Addressing the digital determinants of youth mental health and well-being: policy brief
Publication
May 24, 2025
Addressing the digital determinants of young people’s mental health and well-being
News & insights
May 23, 2025
WHO/Europe and DTH-Lab urge coordinated action to protect youth mental health in new policy brief
Publication
May 12, 2025
Shaping digital health futures - Annual Review 2024
News & insights
May 6, 2025
DTH-Lab joins Global Initiative on Digital Health
News & insights
April 3, 2025
Health Promotion and the Digital Determinants of Health
News & insights
March 31, 2025
The kids are not alright — safeguarding children in the AI age

Upcoming events

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15-16
Sept. 2025
DTH-Lab Regional Youth Champions Annual Meeting
Location: Ashoka University Campus, New Delhi, India
19
Sept. 2025
Planet Youth National Meeting
Location: Vilnius, Lithuania
Keynote Speaker: DTH-Lab Director Ilona Kickbusch
3
Oct. 2025
European Health Forum Gastein: Data Solidarity Breakfast Side Meeting
Location: Hotel Sendlhofer´s, Pyrkerstraße 34, 5630 Bad Hofgastein, Austria
Organizers: DTH-Lab & Data Solidarity team, University of Vienna
Speakers: Barbara Prainsack & Magdalena Eitenberger
3
Oct. 2025
European Health Forum Gastein
Location: Hybrid Conference, Bad Hofgastein, Austria
Speakers: Ilona Kickbusch, Director, DTH-Lab
Kadri Soova, Director, Mental Health Europe
Götz Gottschalk, Head of Health, YouTube (Google) Germany
Organizers: Cătălina Popoviciu, PhD candidate and Co-Founder, University of Bucharest and Let's CEE!

Session 25: Share the space – Digital determinants, youth participation, and responsible governance

14
Oct. 2025
World Health Summit Side Meeting: High-level panel discussion and audience Q&A
Location: Berlin, Germany
Co-organizers: Digital Transformations for Health Lab hosted by Bertelsmann Stiftung

Topic: Building Healthier Digital Futures with Information Integrity
Time: 9:00 -10:30