Celebrating organisations putting people, purpose and wellbeing at the heart of business
The 14th Global Healthy Workplace Awards and Summit took place on 19–20 October 2026 at ISEG in Lisbon, bringing together international leaders, employers and workplace wellbeing experts to explore how healthier workplaces can drive positive social impact, stronger businesses and more sustainable growth.
The event highlighted an important message: looking after people is not just the right thing to do – it makes good business sense.
‘Good health is truly good business, and our winners this year have demonstrated exceptional leadership in fostering workplace wellbeing,’ said Wolf Kirsten, Co-Director of the Global Centre for Healthy Workplaces.
The summit featured keynote contributions from the International Labour Organization and Eurofound, exploring topics including job quality, workplace standards, organisational culture and the integration of artificial intelligence. Panel discussions also examined how employers can create healthier, more inclusive and productive working environments.
Tommy Hutchinson, Co-Director of the Global Centre for Healthy Workplaces, commented: ‘Seeing such diverse organisations champion holistic health initiatives is a massive milestone for global workplace standards.’
Meet the 2026 award winners
Following a rigorous evaluation process, this year’s winners were announced across three categories:
- Small and Medium Enterprise: African Population and Health Research Center, Kenya
- Large Enterprise: Abbott, India
- Multinational Enterprise: Siemens Energy, Germany
The winning organisations demonstrate how investing in employee wellbeing can strengthen organisational resilience, support productivity and help build healthier working cultures.
Barry Crisp, Communications Director at the Global Centre for Healthy Workplaces, said: ‘We are thrilled to share these inspiring stories with our global community and encourage even more organisations to prioritise worker health.’
What does this mean for social enterprises and start-ups?
For businesses, workplace wellbeing is an opportunity to build strong foundations for long-term success. Creating a culture where people feel supported, valued and able to thrive can help organisations attract and retain talent, strengthen their teams and deliver on their social and commercial objectives.
The achievements recognised at this year’s awards offer inspiration for businesses of every size seeking to put people and purpose at the centre of their growth.
Explore the winners and discover practical insights for healthier workplaces.
For further information about the summit and award winners, including photographs and presentations, visit the Lisbon Summit page.
