Our strategy
Global Wellbeing Forum's strategy is built directly on the literal meaning of wellbeing: the state of existing well. Rather than choosing one cause and calling it "wellbeing," we designed a strategy that addresses the full picture — because that is what genuine wellbeing requires.
Our Theory of Change
We believe that wellbeing improves when three things happen together:
Awareness — people and institutions understand wellbeing as a complete, multi-dimensional state, not a single issue
Access — practical resources, programs, and support reach the communities that need them most
Accountability — progress is measured, reported, and improved continuously, rather than assumed
Our strategy is designed to move all three forward at once, rather than treating them as separate phases.
Strategic Priorities
1. Global Convening
We bring together individuals, grassroots organizations, researchers, and institutions in a shared forum to exchange knowledge, align efforts, and avoid duplicated work across the wellbeing space.
2. Community-Rooted Programs
Every initiative we support is designed with — not just for — the communities it serves. Local context determines which of the seven pillars of wellbeing needs the most urgent attention in a given region.
3. Policy & Advocacy
We advocate for wellbeing to be recognized formally — by governments, institutions, and organizations — as a foundational right, not an optional benefit.
4. Measurement & Transparency
We are building tools and partnerships to track wellbeing progress across our seven pillars, so that our work — and the broader global effort — can be evaluated honestly and improved over time.
5. Capacity Building
We invest in local leaders and organizations, equipping them with the knowledge and tools to sustain wellbeing efforts long after our direct involvement ends.
Our Approach to the Seven Pillars
Our strategy doesn't treat the seven pillars of wellbeing (physical, mental/emotional, social, economic, environmental, purpose, and community) as separate departments. Instead, every program is evaluated for its impact across pillars — because in reality, they are never truly separate. A program addressing economic wellbeing, for instance, is also assessed for its effects on mental and social wellbeing.
Timeframe & Scale
As a global forum headquartered in Noida, India, we are building our strategy in phases:
Foundational phase — establishing the forum, our core partnerships, and initial community programs
Expansion phase — scaling proven programs to new regions and deepening cross-pillar impact
Institutional phase — embedding wellbeing frameworks into policy, education, and public systems globally
How You Can Engage With Our Strategy
We welcome partners, researchers, community organizations, and individuals who share our belief that wellbeing must be addressed holistically. Our strategy is a living framework — one we intend to refine as we learn from the communities we work alongside.