A European Model for Community-Based Perinatal Wellbeing Through Movement

 

Programme: Erasmus+ Sport – Cooperation Partnerships

Project Number: 101329894

Project Duration: 36 months (2027–2029)​

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Project Partners:

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• Well-being Lab (Sweden)

• Athletics Club Zaprešić (Croatia)

• Darko Athletics Team (Bulgaria)

• Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (Greece)

• Esenler Akademi Gençlik ve Spor Kulübü (Türkiye)

• Club Atletismo Playas de Castellón (Spain)

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Project Description

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Walk & Talk is a European initiative that promotes the physical, emotional and social wellbeing of pregnant women and young mothers through community-based movement and social connection.

The project addresses maternal mental health challenges, social isolation and barriers to inclusive physical activity, particularly in smaller communities and underserved areas. By combining guided walking sessions with peer support and emotional wellbeing practices, Walk & Talk creates accessible and supportive environments where women can connect, share experiences and strengthen their sense of belonging.

The project develops a European methodology integrating safe physical activity, psychosocial wellbeing and inclusive community engagement. Its activities include research and needs assessments, an eight-module training programme for sport professionals, international and national capacity-building activities, and 12 pilot walking sessions in each partner country.

A European handbook, interactive e-learning hub, community events and stakeholder roundtables support the exchange of knowledge and wider adoption of the Walk & Talk approach across Europe.

 

Well-being Lab's Role

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Well-being Lab contributes expertise in mental wellbeing, emotional literacy, trauma-sensitive approaches and non-formal education.

As the Swedish partner, Well-being Lab integrates psychosocial safety, emotional awareness and inclusive facilitation into the project methodology. The organisation translates mental wellbeing principles into practical tools for sport professionals and community facilitators, ensuring that activities promote emotional safety, social connection and supportive group environments.

Well-being Lab also contributes to research, professional training, pilot walking sessions and dissemination activities in Sweden, strengthening the role of grassroots sport as an accessible space for wellbeing and community connection.

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Welcome to visit our social media for exact dates and registration for WALK&TALK events.

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For collaboration opportunities, please contact Ieva Ugnė Ulianskaitė, Project Coordinator, at ieva@wellbeinglab.org