QVCT Week 2026: The guide to finally moving from intention to action

Every year, QWL Week is the HR event not to be missed. But let's be honest: too often, it boils down to a wellness after-work gathering and a few posters in the hallways. The result? A pleasant, fleeting moment, with no lasting impact on teams or HR metrics.

In 2026, the context is different. Mental health is a major national cause for the 2nd consecutive year. The INRS (National Research and Safety Institute for the Prevention of Occupational Accidents and Diseases) points out that 50 to 60% of lost workdays are linked to employee well-being. Absenteeism costs an average of €4,000 per employee per year (CNAM, 2025). Ignoring quality of work life (QWL) is now a financial risk as well as a legal one.

This guide is designed for HR professionals, QWL (Quality of Work Life) managers, and executives who want to organize a structured, credible week with measurable results. It includes practical tools, a sample program, and Medisur solutions for each theme.

What is QVCT Week 2026 and why prepare for it now?

From QWL to QWL: what changes in concrete terms

Since 2022, the French Labor Code has replaced “Quality of Working Life” (QVT) with “Quality of Working Life and Conditions” (QVCT). This is not just a change of acronym. QVCT refocuses action on the actual working conditions : organization, management, professional relationships, workload and physical environment.

In 2026, ANACT is organizing the 23rd edition from June 15th to 19th, with the official theme: “Managing is a whole job!”. He invites companies to examine their management practices, to give managers the means to act on the ground, and to actively prevent psychosocial risks and professional burnout.

5 strategic reasons to organize your QVCT week

• Reducing absenteeism: Mental health disorders are the second leading cause of long-term absences, after musculoskeletal disorders (Health Insurance).
• Retaining your talent: 88 % employees expect an active investment from their employer in occupational health.
• Strengthening the employer brand and showcase your CSR commitment.
• To fulfill your legal obligation risk prevention (Art. L4121-1 of the Labour Code).
• Measure and control monitor the health of your teams with concrete indicators.

Typical program: 5 days, 5 themes, a lasting impact

Here is a turnkey program, structured around the 5 major health priorities in the workplace and aligned with the ANACT 2026 theme. It is designed to be operational, regardless of the size of your organization.

The 5 pillars of a complete QWL (Quality of Working Life) week with Medisur

Overall Health: Taking Stock of Your Health

The ideal starting point. Overall health includes screening for cardiovascular risk factors (cholesterol, blood pressure), nutritional deficiencies (iron, vitamin D) and basic health indicators. Cardiovascular diseases remain the leading cause of occupational mortality. Offering a group health check-up at the beginning of the week is a concrete, appreciated and memorable gesture.

Mental Health: The Issue That Can No Longer Wait

In 2025 and 2026, mental health is a major national priority. Mental health disorders are the second leading cause of long-term sick leave (Health Insurance). 6.2% of the working population is affected by burnout. (JLO Group / White Paper 2025). Managers are particularly exposed.

Medisur offers: awareness-raising on psychosocial risks, "first reference points in mental health" training, stress management workshops, confidential individual interviews and Qualiopi certified training for your managers.

Health & Well-being: putting people at the heart of work

Workplace ergonomics, prevention of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), nutrition, physical activity, and work-life balance. These actions have a direct and measurable impact on engagement and productivity. 63% of 18-29 year olds believe their work-life balance has deteriorated. over the past five years (Welcome to the jungle Observatory).

Intimate Health: Breaking the Taboo in the Workplace

Breast cancer affects more than 61,000 women in France each year (INCa 2023). Prostate cancer accounts for over 60,000 new cases annually in men (INCa 2023). Yet, these issues remain largely unaddressed in the workplace. QVCT Week is the perfect opportunity to discuss them, with discreet and rewarding gift sets.

Workplace Safety: Embedding a Culture of Prevention

Accidents occurring during commutes and work-related travel directly involve the employer's liability (Articles L4121-1 and L4121-2 of the French Labor Code). A Safety Day at the end of the week reinforces safety behaviors in a concrete and engaging way.

Medisur's Boxes: the turnkey solution for €15 including VAT

No time to organize everything? Medisur Kits are ready-to-deploy health prevention kits, delivered on-site without complex logistics. Each kit includes CE-certified (ISO 13485) self-tests, a health reminder, and an interactive e-guide.

How to organize your QVCT week in 6 concrete steps

Here is the Medisur method to structure your week from A to Z, without getting lost in the logistics.

Vanessa Aguettaz

Health Development Manager — Medisur

Vanessa supports HR professionals, QWL (Quality of Work Life) managers, and executives in structuring their health prevention policy. She helps you build a customized program tailored to your sector and the size of your organization.

Make an appointment with Vanessa