Sustainable employability is defined as the ability and the will to perform current and future work in a productive, healthy and enjoyable way. Sustainable employability is therefore influenced by health and vitality, being and remaining qualified for the job, intrinsic motivation and adaptability.

CLA parties use the definition of Van Vuuren, T. (2011). Vitality Management: You don’t have to be sick to get better. Oration, Open University, Heerlen.