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Signs for a health-promoting society
Description of the action and objectives
Green Deal action
Updated signage and digital public health maps. The goal is to find ways to increase residents' access to local options to improve their health.
Implementation period
Planned completion in the first half of 2023
Status: In progress
Status report on January 1, 2024
Work has begun to map Grafarvogur as a pilot project. Further development in collaboration with the outdoor city office.
Older status reports
| Timing | Progress description |
| July 2023 |
Mapping of Grafarvogur is being carried out from a public health perspective, aiming to increase access to outdoor activities, promote health, and enhance residents' well-being. |
| January 2023 | Work is currently underway to map out Grafarvogur as the first district, which will serve as a model for other districts. A student is working on this project. |
| July 2021 | The Project Manager of Public Health Affairs has met with officers from the Department of Sports & Leisure and the Department of Environment & Planning. The creation of public health maps and renewal of running route maps is expected to commence in Fall 2022. |
Connection of action to Reykjavík City's policies:
Reykjavík City departments:
Related actions
The table below contains actions related to this initiative, and you can access more information by clicking on the "action title" in the table (if you're using your phone, it's better to turn it sideways).
Action
A City for People
- 1. For All of Us | The Green Deal Residents' well-being and the feeling of belonging in Reykjavík.
- 2. Let Dreams Come True | The Green Deal Children and adolescents let their dreams come true.
- 3. Culture and arts will be integrated into city life | Green Deal Everyone has equal opportunities to participate in and enjoy culture and arts.
- 4. Sports for all | Green Deal Most people regularly engage in sports or other physical activities.
- 5. Improved public health | Green Deal A health-promoting, sustainable, and diverse community.
- 6. Human rights, increased participation, and improved conversations with residents | Green Deal Residents have the opportunity to work with the City to improve their quality of life.