Building on studies of equity-promoting interventions (own research or external sources), this journal club aims to critically review and discuss the frameworks, theories and methodologies used in the development, implementation and evaluation of complex health interventions. A central focus is equity not only as an outcome, but as a guiding principle embedded in the processes through which interventions are designed, adapted and implemented across diverse contexts.

We apply a broad definition of interventions, including programmes, training, treatments, policies, actions and implementation strategies that support adoption, uptake and sustainment – consistent with the definition used in implementation science literature (e.g. Jolles et al., 2024). Drawing on a systems perspective, we explore how complex interventions, characterised by multiple interacting components and the need for coordinated action, interact with dynamic local contexts, and how attention to inclusion, stakeholder engagement and co-creation across all phases may help prevent interventions from unintentionally reproducing or exacerbating health inequities. 

• The journal club is held on the last Monday of each month at 9:00–10:00 in room 1261-118, Bartholins Allé 2.
• Approximately 10 meetings are held per year.
• Meetings require in-person attendance.
• The programme is planned six months in advance, with predefined responsibilities and a balanced mix of internal and external study presentations.
• Senior researchers are invited to attend at least every second meeting, depending on programme focus and needs.