Welcome Message from the International Adviser,
Prof. Dr. Ming-Kai CHIN


As the Founder/President of The Foundation for Global Community Health (GCH) and an International Adviser of Istanbul Euro-Asia Health and Wellness Forum 2022 (IEAHWF 2022), and on behalf of the Prof. Dr. Giyasettin Demirhan, Head of Department of Physical Education and Sport Teaching, Hacettepe University and his Organizing Committee, I have great pleasure in welcoming you to this historical Forum to promote health and wellness in Euro-Asia in Istanbul, Turkey.

IEAHWF 2022 is organized by Hacettepe University in partnership with GCH in Istanbul, Turkey from 10-12 February, 2022 with the theme “Health and Well-Being: Euro-Asia and Global Perspective.” This forum will address health and well-being while focusing on the linkage with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG 17), especially Goal #3 Health and Well-Being; Goal #4 Quality Education and Goal #11 Sustainable Cities and Communities (Smart Cities).

Economic growth and co-operation between Europe and Asia has in recent years grown rapidly causing enhanced quality of life for citizens in these global regions a primary concern. Developing an interdisciplinary approach to encourage academic institutions, professional organizations, schools, communities, and cities to translate health and wellness from theory into practice is critical for future success. Linking human investment and financial resources in health and wellness is essential for continued economic growth. We expect 74 local and International Distinguished Invited Delegates (DID) with interdisciplinary expertise in health and wellness and over 40 countries/regions to join this forum. A consensus statement on future directions and implementation of UNSDG for Goals #3, 4 & 11 for Euro-Asia will be prepared to provide guidance for current and future strategy development.

Istanbul is a magical meeting place between the East and West and is considered to be one of the oldest cities of the world with cultural diversity. While in Istanbul, take time to enjoy a visit to the many museums both ancient and modern, enjoy dinning of Ottoman cuisine and a visit to the Grand Bazaar where you can have a sip of a Turkish tea.

I am looking forward to personal greeting you in the beautiful, amazing and exciting Istanbul in Feb 2022.

In anticipation of our shared discovery,

Welcome Message from the President of IEAHWF 2022,
Prof. Dr. Gıyasettin DEMİRHAN


As the president of IEAHWF 2022, I have great pleasure in welcoming you to this important Forum. The forum is organized by Hacettepe University Faculty of Spor Sciences, Department of Physical Education and Sport Teaching in partnership with the Foundation for Global Community Health. Our university is located in Ankara, the capital city of Turkey, has brought innovations in many areas to Turkey and has also brought achievements thanks to curiosity and cooperation in the national and international arena.

The forum will take place in Istanbul, which is a world city. Istanbul is among our very important cities in terms of connecting the European and Asian continents to each other, its geographic position and beauty, and historical and cultural heritage. The forum will be held under the title of “Istanbul Euro-Asia Health & Wellness Forum 2022 - IEAHWF 2022” will address health and well-being while focusing on the linkage with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, especially Goal #3 Health and Well-Being; Goal #4 Quality Education and Goal #11 Sustainable Cities and Communities.

Around 74 Distinguished Invited Delegates from 40 countries/regions will participate to this forum that will be organized with a multidisciplinary concept. We hope that this forum will bring a strong perspective and a consensus both for European and Asian countries, and for the entire world.

In this context, I would like to thank the Foundation for Global Community Health, which established cooperation for the arrangement of the forum, and Prof. Dr. Ming-Kai Chin, who is the international advisor. I would also thank Prof. Dr. A. Haydar Demirel, dean of our faculty, who provided strong support to organize the forum, and, of course, our faculty and our university. I am sure that this Forum, which will bring Europe and Asia, even the world together, will also bring added values for all of us. Your participation will be our wealth.

Kind regards,

Welcome Message from the Dean of Faculty of Sport Sciences, Hacettepe University
Prof. Dr. A. Haydar DEMİREL

Sedentary behavior causes a decrease in the capacities of functional systems, leading to the deterioration of human health. Physical activity continues to be undervalued globally despite overwhelming evidence in preventing premature death and morbidity. One of the goals of the Hacettepe University Faculty of Sport Sciences is to train world leaders who will lead the internalization of physical activity as a way of life in society.

Especially in the period when we are deeply experiencing the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Istanbul Euro-Asia Health and Wellness Forum 2022, which will focus on the global goals # 3, 4, and 11 for sustainable development is more meaningful than ever. I sincerely believe that this Forum will be a very productive gathering where new developments and knowledge will be shared and discussed in the light of the changing world.

We consider Istanbul as a city of a bridge between Europe and Asia. We will be happy to host you at the meeting point of the two continents.