IZO is a public-interest organization committed to advancing sustainable development through cross-sector collaboration and partnerships with civil society in the fields of health and the environment. We drive positive change through effective communication, by bringing diverse stakeholders together and encouraging the participation of all groups in society.
The Skupaj za zdravje project is a national programme aimed at strengthening capacities for the prevention of behavioural addictions among children, adolescents and young adults. It was developed in response to the growing challenges associated with excessive use of digital technologies, social media, video games and gambling, as well as their impact on young people’s mental health.
The Veš, kaj dihaš? 2.0 project continues and builds on the completed Veš, kaj dihaš? project, which focused on air quality and its impact on human health and the environment. Air pollution remains one of the major environmental and public health challenges facing modern society, with elevated concentrations of PM2.5 and PM10 posing a particular risk to vulnerable groups, including children, older people, pregnant women, and individuals with respiratory and cardiovascular conditions. Although air pollution is often associated with larger cities, smaller urban areas can also be significantly affected due to local emission sources, traffic, the heating season and geographical characteristics.
The Ven za zdravje 4 project focuses on improving public health by enhancing the quality and accessibility of green spaces and encouraging their use for everyday physical activity.
The Institute for Health and Environment brings together the fields of health, the environment, sustainable development and active participation.
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