Working Groups

At the Good Life Think and Do Tank (HEH), we bridge the gap between science, culture, and grassroots action. Our strategic themes are brought to life through three active working groups.

1. Knowledge & Writing Working Group

Strategic Focus

Translating scientific research into accessible, actionable strategies and shaping policy through science-policy dialogue.

Facilitator: Jarkko Pyysalo

WHAT DO WE DO?

  • Craft cross-sector essays, collaborative manifestos, and opinion pieces.
  • Draft science-based statements and policy recommendations.
  • Bridge the gap between academic research and public awareness.

2. Dialog & Outreach Working Group

Strategic Focus

Sharing tangible solutions for sustainable living and catalyzing a deeper connection to ourselves and the more-than-human world.

Facilitators: Eeva Eronen-Rasimus and Päivi Suihkonen

WHAT DO WE DO?

  • Organize public forums, deep-listening sessions, and deliberative processes.

  • Host creative imagination workshops, participatory art projects, and performances.

  • Coordinate public engagement campaigns and storytelling initiatives.

3. Community & Internal Life Working Group

Strategic Focus

Engaging and connecting people across diverse disciplines, perspectives and different segments of society to build a strong foundation for systemic change.

Facilitators: Norma Rudophs and Helena Sinervo

WHAT DO WE DO?

  • Facilitate networking and cross-sector collaboration among members.

  • Nurture organizational culture rooted in care, reciprocity, and non-violence.

Whether you are a researcher, artist, activist, or engaged citizen, you can join one or several of these groups via our Membership Form.