The Epode-programme (Ensemble Prévenons l’Obésité des Enfants – Together let’s prevent childhood obesity) is a national dispositive aiming to prevent childhood obesity through the promotion of healthy nutrition and regular physical activity. Flandre Lys was the first community to enter in the Epode-programme in France in 2005 and it still follows the 3 pillars of the programme: long-term approach, concrete action with the implication of local networks and recognizable action, open to the whole community.
Epode preconizes a gentle, non-stigmatizing approach, adapted at everyday life and its restrictions. Everyone is encouraged to change their life at their own pace and best practices are shared.
Flandre-Lys supports community members, schools and associations who would like to submit a project in favor of a balanced diet and/or physical activity.
Physical activity at the heart of the party!
A day to mobilize the entire family around the programme, by proposing a number of physical activities and sports activities as well as workshops for children around prevention.
Paris, April 22nd 2014 – 7 Community-Based Programmes promoting healthier lifestyles across Europe, part of EPHE – EPODE for the Promotion of Health Equity project,
