With a shared vision on public health, social inclusion and innovation, Punkt Oslo is collaborating with the Mayo Clinic Berg Innovation Exchange and the global design and innovation studio IDEO to transform public input on healthcare challenges into real-world impact.

The public is invited to attend panel discussions and share feedback on issues related to health and well-being at the Innovation Arena during Homeless World Cup -- located at the City Hall Square in Oslo's city center, 23-30 August. See the full program for the Innovation Arena and for Oslo 2025 Cities Ending Homelessness Forum here.

- We are excited to support Punkt Oslo's leadership in bringing these meaningful experiences to life. Their innovative approach to social inclusion and public health aligns perfectly with our mission. Oslo, with its vibrant community and commitment to social causes, provides the perfect backdrop for these initiatives. said Jennie Kung, Vice Chair, Mayo Clinic Berg Innovation Exchange.

- This Punkt Oslo initiative aligns with IDEO’s ethos of human-centered design and innovation in service of the future of health, from first mile health to last mile care. We are excited to hear and learn from the experiences and insights of the Oslo community and participants in the Homeless World Cup,  said Matthew Higham, Partner, IDEO

Thank you to Innovation Norway for sparking the collaboration with Mayo Clinic Berg Innovation Exchange and to Oslo Business Region for ongoing support.

The Innovation Arena is hosted by Punkt Oslo in collaboration with the Homeless World Cup, The Salvation Army Norway, Mayo Clinic Berg Innovation Exchange, IDEO, and Punkt Oslo members: Comte Bureau, Kristiania, NAV, City of Oslo, OsloMet, and SiO. It is a part of Oslo 2025 Cities Ending Homelessness Forum.

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