Press Briefing by Harvard Researchers on Landmark Global Flourishing Study
Apr 30 2025
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Apr 30, 2025 at 2:00pm
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Bloomberg Room
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Media Advisory
Event: Press Briefing by Harvard Researchers on Landmark Global Flourishing Study
Date: April 30, 2025 Time: 2:00 PM EDT
Location: Bloomberg Room, National Press Club, Washington, DC
WASHINGTON, DC – At a moment marked by intense political polarization and ideological divides, the Human Flourishing Program at Harvard University, in partnership with Baylor University's Institute for Studies of Religion, invites media representatives to an urgent briefing unveiling groundbreaking findings from the largest-ever global study on human flourishing.
Featured Speakers:
· Dr. Tyler VanderWeele, John L. Loeb and Frances Lehman Loeb Professor of Epidemiology in the Departments of Epidemiology and Biostatistics at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, and Director, Human Flourishing Program, Harvard University
· Dr. Byron Johnson, Director, Institute for Studies of Religion, Baylor University
· Glen Comiso, Executive Director, Human Flourishing Program, Harvard University
· Dr. Matthew Lee, Professor, Institute for Studies of Religion, Baylor University
Key Findings to be Released:
· Youth Flourishing Crisis: Significant global concerns around mental health and purpose among individuals aged 18-24.
· Surprising Insights: Higher levels of flourishing in middle-income nations compared to wealthier counterparts, challenging conventional prosperity models.
· Role of Religion: Religious and spiritual engagement as a substantial factor for wellbeing and societal cohesion, even in predominantly secular regions.
Purpose of Event: This briefing will provide critical insights into the conditions necessary for individuals and communities to thrive, offering actionable guidance to policymakers, educators, community leaders, and business professionals. Amid escalating global tensions, this research serves as a strategic roadmap for fostering unity, resilience, and collective wellbeing.
Media Contact: Dr. Jennifer Wortham
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 626-633-2651