Re-imagining Environments For Connection And Engagement: Testing Actions For Social Prescribing In Natural Spaces
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$499,750.00
Summary
This project will evaluate whether and how nature-based social prescribing (NBSP) can address mental well-being. We will experimentally test the effectiveness of NBSP in promoting connection among populations experiencing social isolation and loneliness with socially oriented opportunities in safe, inclusive and accessible, green and blue outdoor urban spaces. The project will build the evidence base for the value of NBSP investments in improving mental health.
Mental Health Promotion And Intervention Program In The Australian Context: MINDUP Australia
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$421,779.00
Summary
MINDUP Australia aims to address poor mental health and elevated suicide risk in the construction, health and ICT sectors by contributing to the monitoring and evaluation of the European MINDUP workplace intervention. In addition, MINDUP Australia will enhance and extend the European MINDUP project by implementing a cluster randomised controlled trial within the construction industry in Australia. The trial will be conducted in close collaboration with industry partner, Mates in Construction.