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ThinkingWhy governments should prioritise wellbeing

First Minister of Scotland Nicola Sturgeon explains the far-reaching implications of a "wellbeing economy"
Content Team6 years ago1 min

In 2018, Scotland, Iceland and New Zealand established the network of Wellbeing Economy Governments to challenge the acceptance of GDP as the ultimate measure of a country’s success.

In this visionary talk, First Minister of Scotland Nicola Sturgeon explains the far-reaching implications of a “wellbeing economy” — which places factors like equal pay, childcare, mental health and access to green space at its heart — and shows how this new focus could help build resolve to confront global challenges.

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