Small steps, real stories, better wellbeing

At Campus Skjern, a VELUX production site in Denmark, the Move theme became a shared outdoor routine through “Exercises on Grass” sessions guided by a physiotherapist. Colleagues joined before or after shifts, using the sessions as a simple way to move and support their wellbeing.

The response showed that when an activity is practical and easy to join, colleagues want to continue, with more sessions now planned.

At DOVISTA Polska, colleagues took part in simple outdoor activities that combined movement and connection. A spring clean-up in the Green Area and a guided walk along the Vistula River gave colleagues, families, friends and pets an easy way to be active and spend time together outdoors.

Across VELUX China facilities, hula hoops and skipping ropes made movement visible and easy to join. Colleagues also chose their own activities, from morning runs and cycling to push-up challenges, tennis and badminton.

The focus was on participation, personal pace and making movement part of everyday life.

In Belgium, colleagues explored the Food theme through a guided nature walk and a hands-on culinary workshop. They learned about edible local plants, used them to prepare healthy snacks and desserts, and discovered simple ways to make healthy food choices more creative and enjoyable.

At DOVISTA Polska, colleagues inspired each other to make healthier work lunches by sharing their favourite recipes and photos. The recipes were then shared with everyone as simple inspiration for everyday food choices.

Across VELUX China, colleagues tried small food changes that support everyday wellbeing, from reducing sugar and checking ingredients to sharing recipes and healthier meal ideas.

At DOVISTA Polska, the Sleep theme was made visible through local channels, QR codes and educational materials. Colleagues could access an audio meditation, learn practical tips on digital hygiene and sleep, and received “Good sleep” tea as a simple reminder to pause, relax and support better rest.

VELUX Italy introduced The Movement with a webinar series. The opening webinar combined an intro to the initiative with a focus on Sleep.

Colleagues were invited to try small sleep experiments before the next session, helping them bring the theme into everyday life.

VELUX A/S introduced the Sleep theme with a live Innercise session on breathwork and recovery. A two-minute hand ice bath exercise gave colleagues a practical experience of discomfort, focus and relief, sparking conversations and encouraging them to explore new ways to support rest and wellbeing.

Family Board Game Day, organised by DOVISTA Polska, turned the Togetherness theme into play, conversation and shared family time. Through board games, LEGO, drawing and simple experiments, colleagues and their families could reconnect away from screens and enjoy the simple value of being together.

VELUX China offered colleagues practical sessions on yoga, Ba Duan Jin and psychological safety. The activities combined movement, mindfulness and reflection, giving colleagues simple ways to be more present, manage everyday pressure and strengthen relationships with family members and colleagues.

VELUX Denmark used The Movement grant to organise a session on mental wellbeing, AI and the human skills that remain important as the way we work changes. Guided by philosopher Jakob Lovas, colleagues explored the “human SPARK” model through reflection and group exercises, with a focus on confidence, connection and the qualities AI cannot replace.