Our Values
- We are committed to social impact. We know that structural inequality has resulted in deep-rooted disparities that affect various aspects of people’s lives, including health. We strive to contribute to systemic change through our work
- We care deeply about the environment and building sustainable futures. Our interventions are designed and implemented with consideration for environmental sustainability
- We prioritise an Asset-Based Community Development approach to empower communities, build resilience and promote inclusivity
- We recognise the importance of collaboration across sectors to address the wider determinants of health, and seek to take a Health in All Policies approach to improve health
- We uphold ethical principles and integrity in all aspects of our work, ensuring transparency, confidentiality, and adherence to UKPHR practitioner standards
Our Principles
- Our projects are based on scientific evidence and best practices
- We involve diverse stakeholders in all stages of the project process to ensure buy-in, ownership, and sustainability
- Data is systematically collected and analysed to provide a solid foundation for evidence-based decision-making
- Depending on the complexity of the project, we co-develop a theory of change framework or logic model to articulate clear goals, outcomes, and pathways for change
- We are committed to ensuring that everyone has a fair and just opportunity to achieve their highest level of health. Therefore, we aim to apply a health equity lens to all the projects we work on
- We embrace a culture of continuous improvement and adapt strategies based on lessons learned and emerging evidence
Social Value
- BEO Health is a women owned and led team, promoting gender equality, women’s economic empowerment; and contributing to economic growth.
- We’ve got a strong commitment to social responsibility and integrate ethical practices, sustainability initiatives, and community investment into our operating model
- We pay the London Living Wage and ensure the subcontractors we work with also pay a living wage
- 5% of our profits in 2024 will be donated to reputable charities working to create healthy and sustainable places and communities
- Disability Confident Committed Employer: Registration DCS042183
Our Leadership and Wider Team
Ailbhe Bhreathnach PHP Founder and Lead Partner
Ailbhe Bhreathnach PHP Founder and Lead Partner
Ailbhe Bhreathnach PHP Founder and Lead Partner
With over 15 years of experience focused on population wellbeing and the wider determinants of health, I am a passionate advocate for the Health in All Policies (HiAP) approach, dedicated to creating healthy streets and food environments that support vibrant, resilient communities.
As a proud mother of two vivacious daughters, I am committ
With over 15 years of experience focused on population wellbeing and the wider determinants of health, I am a passionate advocate for the Health in All Policies (HiAP) approach, dedicated to creating healthy streets and food environments that support vibrant, resilient communities.
As a proud mother of two vivacious daughters, I am committed to building inclusive, safe spaces where all children can flourish. I want to see neighbourhoods where children play freely on the streets, walk, cycle, and scoot to school, and connect with nature by digging in the soil. I want to see breastfeeding normalised, workplaces that promote wellbeing, and neighbourhoods with accessible amenities like public toilets and seating, making local areas welcoming for everyone.
My expertise lies in maximising strategic opportunities to reduce health inequalities through place-based solutions that address the wider determinants of health.
Experience
Leading Health in all Policies at Enfield and Luton Councils for over seven years
16 years experience as a public health specialist developing programmes on healthy weight, obesogenic environments, healthy schools and early years, workplace health and smoking cessation
Specialist advisor on public health policy, strategy and change management within local government, NHS community services and the Voluntary and Community Sector.
Specialist advisor on public health policy and strategy across local government, NHS community services, and the VCS, with a focus on embedding HiAP. I bring expertise in integrating health considerations into policies and strategies to encourage collaboration across sectors, promote health equity, and drive sustainable improvements in population health.
- Registered Public Health Practitioner (PR0489)
- Healthy Streets Practitioner
- MSc (Med Sci) Human Nutrition
www.linkedin.com/in/ailbhe-bhreathnach
Brilliant individuals, exceptional team
Ailbhe Bhreathnach PHP Founder and Lead Partner
Ailbhe Bhreathnach PHP Founder and Lead Partner
Our exceptional team is composed of highly skilled and qualified professionals with diverse professional backgrounds, ensuring a wealth of expertise and specialised skills.
Within our team, you’ll find dedicated researchers and evaluators, adept trainers, a seasoned marketing manager and campaigner, community engagement specialists, as we
Our exceptional team is composed of highly skilled and qualified professionals with diverse professional backgrounds, ensuring a wealth of expertise and specialised skills.
Within our team, you’ll find dedicated researchers and evaluators, adept trainers, a seasoned marketing manager and campaigner, community engagement specialists, as well as public health nutritionists and specialists in various domains such as child health, wider determinants of health and mental health.
We assemble and manage teams with the specialised expertise and skillsets to meet the needs of each client and project.
Dr Margherita Sweetlove Lead Partner
Ailbhe Bhreathnach PHP Founder and Lead Partner
Dr Margherita Sweetlove Lead Partner
I’m a public health specialist committed to promoting better mental health and wellbeing for everyone. I am passionate about reducing health inequalities that affect the most vulnerable in society and dedicated to reducing stigma around mental health, and to ensuring parity of importance between physical and mental health.
At BEO Health,
I’m a public health specialist committed to promoting better mental health and wellbeing for everyone. I am passionate about reducing health inequalities that affect the most vulnerable in society and dedicated to reducing stigma around mental health, and to ensuring parity of importance between physical and mental health.
At BEO Health, I'm the lead expert on analytics and epidemiology, informing evidence-based decision-making, guiding policy development, and driving strategic interventions to address public health challenges.
Outside of the office, I am most likely to be found picking up lego pieces, tricking my toddlers into eating their broccoli, or on a rugby field. In fact, I will happily talk about health inequalities or rugby (or both) for hours if unchecked.
Awards and Pledges
Mental Health at Work Commitment
Mental Health at Work Commitment
Mental Health at Work Commitment
By signing the Mental Health at Work Commitment, we have committed to achieving better mental health outcomes and a genuine longer-term positive impact on wellbeing, joining a growing movement of over 1000 organisations including: Accenture, B&Q, Barclays Bank, BT, Bupa UK, Deloitte UK, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Historic England, IBM, N
By signing the Mental Health at Work Commitment, we have committed to achieving better mental health outcomes and a genuine longer-term positive impact on wellbeing, joining a growing movement of over 1000 organisations including: Accenture, B&Q, Barclays Bank, BT, Bupa UK, Deloitte UK, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Historic England, IBM, Network Rail, Santander UK, Save the Children UK, Sky, and many more.
Living Wage Employer
Mental Health at Work Commitment
Mental Health at Work Commitment
BEO Health has been accredited as a Living Wage Employer. Our Living Wage commitment will see everyone working for BEO Health receive a minimum hourly wage of £13.15.
The real Living Wage is the only rate calculated according to the costs of living. It provides a voluntary benchmark for employers that wish to ensure their staff earn a wag
BEO Health has been accredited as a Living Wage Employer. Our Living Wage commitment will see everyone working for BEO Health receive a minimum hourly wage of £13.15.
The real Living Wage is the only rate calculated according to the costs of living. It provides a voluntary benchmark for employers that wish to ensure their staff earn a wage they can live on, not just the government minimum. Since 2011 the Living Wage movement has delivered a pay rise to over 460,000 people and put £3 billion extra into the pockets of low paid workers.
Menopause Workplace Pledge
Mental Health at Work Commitment
Disability Confident Committed
In signing the Menopause Workplace Pledge, BEO Health commits to:
- Recognising that the menopause can be an issue in the workplace and women need support
- Talking openly, positively and respectfully about the menopause
- Actively supporting and informing our team members affected by the menopause
Disability Confident Committed
Disability Confident Committed
Disability Confident Committed
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:
- ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
- communicating and promoting vacancies
- offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
- anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
- supporting any existing employee who
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:
- ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
- communicating and promoting vacancies
- offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
- anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
- supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work
- at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people
Disability Confident registration (Level 1) DCS042183
Women in Food Award
Disability Confident Committed
Women in Food Award
Our Lead Partner, Ailbhe, was recognised for her contribution to changing London's food for good, as part of the Urban Food Awards run in partnership with the Mayor of London.
She won an award in the Change-Makers category, which celebrates women who are leading the charge in transforming the food landscape to prioritise good food.