We are proud to launch the Inaugural Africa Wellness Summit 2025. A virtual gathering of visionaries, healers, storytellers, practitioners, and thought leaders from across the continent and beyond. Join us on 11–12 October as we remember, reclaim, and redefine African wellness on African terms with the shared vision of positioning Africa as a global leader in wellness. Join us and be part of the…
Transforming Our Relationship to Death
Death is a universal experience, yet many people today arrive at the end of life unprepared-emotionally, practically, and spiritually. Over the past century, dying has gradually moved from the comfort of home into hospitals and other medical institutions. While advances in medicine have extended life, they’ve also contributed to a growing sense of detachment from the natural process of dying. Many of us find ourselves…
Designed for a better life: How Electrolux is redefining wellness at home
Designed for a better life: How Electrolux is redefining wellness at home Presented by Global Wellness Institute. This content was produced for Electrolux by BBC StoryWorks as part of the In Pursuit of Wellness series presented by the Global Wellness Institute (GWI). For more than 100 years, Electrolux, a global leader in household technology, has championed social change by designing appliances that aimed to liberate people…
Together, We Can Change How We Work (and Live)
Together, We Can Change How We Work (and Live) Guest Author: Laura Putnam, MA “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” – African Proverb This month I officially kicked off an exciting new partnership with the Workplace Wellbeing Initiative of the Global Wellness Institute with a seven-part LinkedIn Live series called Wellbeing at Work. We launched…
Connecting with Heritage
Connecting with Heritage Presented by Global Wellness Institute. This content was produced for Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts by BBC StoryWorks as part of the In Pursuit of Wellness series presented by the Global Wellness Institute (GWI). “Banyan Tree awakens a sense of sanctuary through an interconnected ecosystem of wellbeing experiences.” Communities have used the banyan tree as a space to gather peacefully and connect for…
Inside a Mother’s Life-Changing Wellness Journey
Inside a Mother’s Life-Changing Wellness Journey Presented by Global Wellness Institute. This content was produced for BodyHoliday by BBC StoryWorks as part of the In Pursuit of Wellness series presented by the Global Wellness Institute (GWI). Can a carefully designed retreat disrupt lifelong habits – and reset our minds? BodyHoliday transcends the beautiful surroundings – every person there is committed to changing lives for the better.…
