One of society’s less visible but looming issues is men’s health, isolation, loneliness and depression. In this issue of Update, Ginny Brink suggests that we may find the makings of a solution in the uniquely Australian concept – Men’s Sheds.
This briefing will consider the ways in which you can make what you do more relevant, fun and inclusive for people with a learning disability.
In this issue of Update, we look at how life expectancy in this country has increased by around 30 years over the course of the twentieth century. However, even though we are living longer, this doesn’t mean we are living 'better'. In being forced to deal with the sheer cost of new medical advances and of treating our rapidly... Plus
This briefing looks at what artists need to consider in order to work in a hospital environment, at no matter what stage - interested, starting a programme, or already working in one. Working in hospitals is a wonderful opportunity for artists, whose benefits extend beyond themselves to the patients, visitors and the staff. Produced in... Plus
There is a connection between individual and community well-being and arts practice. 10 October 2004 was designated World Mental Health Day to raise awarenes of mental health issues. We ought to be paying attention - the arts are high on the mental health agenda.
50 points to make to policy-makers and funders.
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