Hearing Policy Landscape
Healthier Together – EU Non-Communicable Disease Initiative
Promoting early screening to reduce dementia risk
This initiative highlights newborn hearing screening as a key prevention strategy. It recognises hearing loss as a modifiable risk factor for dementia, emphasising early detection and intervention as public health priorities.
Read moreEU Strategy for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (2021–2030)
Labour market inclusion through hearing accessibility
The strategy identifies limited access to the job market as a persistent barrier for those with hearing loss. It calls for targeted action to ensure equitable employment opportunities.
Read moreWHO World Report on Hearing
A person-centred framework for global action
The report emphasises the urgent need for hearing technology, rehabilitation, and accessible care. It advocates integrated health systems and policy solutions tailored to individual needs.
Read moreMalta Pilot Project
Free adult hearing screening – a model for Europe
A pioneering national initiative offering free hearing tests to adults. It demonstrates how early detection strategies can be implemented effectively across EU Member States
DownloadEU Green Paper on Ageing
Hearing health supports longer, active lives
This paper stresses the importance of healthy ageing through prolonged work participation and voluntary engagement. It illustrates how hearing health underpins independence, productivity, and societal contribution.
DownloadUN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
Inclusive education for children with hearing loss
This binding international agreement urges states to guarantee accessible education for people with disabilities—specifically referencing children who are hard of hearing.
Read moreUN Action Plan for a Decade of Healthy Ageing
Hearing care is essential for successful ageing
This plan supports integrated care and societal changes to perceptions of ageing. It positions hearing health as a cornerstone for dignity, participation, and mental wellbeing in older age
Read moreJoin our Efforts: Endorse the Policy Manifesto
We call on the European Commission to take action. By signing the Manifesto, you are supporting our efforts in advocating for a European Hearing Health Strategy!
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