Health Impact Assessment (HIA) is a systematic process that evaluates the potential health effects of a policy, program, or project before it is implemented. The goal of HIA is to promote the integration of health considerations into decision-making across various sectors, such as urban planning, transportation, and environmental policy. The HIA process involves several key steps. Initially, a scoping phase identifies the potential health determinants affected by the proposed initiative. Subsequently, a comprehensive assessment assesses the positive and negative health impacts, considering social, economic, and environmental factors. Stakeholder engagement is a crucial aspect, as it ensures the inclusion of diverse perspectives and local knowledge.
HIA contributes to informed decision-making by providing evidence-based recommendations to enhance positive health outcomes and mitigate potential risks. It emphasizes the importance of health equity, recognizing that certain populations may be disproportionately affected by policies or projects. By integrating HIA into decision-making processes, communities can better understand the broader implications of proposed actions on public health. This proactive approach helps prevent negative health consequences and fosters the development of policies that promote well-being. HIA is particularly valuable in addressing the complex interplay between various determinants of health and is increasingly recognized as an essential tool for creating healthier, more sustainable environments.
Speaker lineup for this track will be announced soon.
Browse all speakers →The environmental public health impacts of projects, plans, programs, policies, or legislative actions should be considered in the decision-making process. Because of these concerns, an Environmental…
The health impacts of projects, plans, programs, policies, or legislative actions should be considered in the decision-making process. Because of these concerns, an environmental health impact…
Sessions are CPD-accredited; certificates issued to every registered delegate within two weeks of the conference.
Oral and poster slots for original Health Impact Assessment work, reviewed by the scientific committee.
Meet public health researchers, educators, and policy leaders from around the world across three days.
Accepted abstracts appear in the indexed conference proceedings with a citable DOI.
Plenary lectures from leading voices shaping Health Impact Assessment research and practice.
Attend in person in Singapore or join virtually — same programme, same certificate.
Oral and poster slots for your work — in person in Singapore or online. Not presenting? Attend as a delegate to learn from the field.
The Health Impact Assessment track is a dedicated stream within IPHC 2027 covering the latest research, innovation, and best practice in Health Impact Assessment. It brings together researchers, educators, and practitioners for oral presentations, posters, and discussion.
Public health researchers, practitioners, epidemiologists, educators, doctoral students, and policy leaders with an interest in Health Impact Assessment are all welcome — whether presenting or attending.
Yes. Submit an abstract for oral or poster presentation. All submissions are peer-reviewed by the scientific committee; accepted abstracts appear in the indexed proceedings.
Yes. IPHC 2027 is a hybrid conference — attend the Health Impact Assessment track in person in Singapore or join live online, with on-demand access afterward.
Singapore · March 15–17, 2027· Hybrid · in-person & virtual
Attend without presenting.
