Initiative

Cultivating Wellbeing and Belonging: AA Garden at a Nature Connection Equity and Inclusion Meeting

Understanding the Network and Meeting Context In June 2025, AA Garden was invited to the Equity and Inclusion Node meeting of the Nature Connectedness Network (NCN ). This network, established by the University of Derby and Natural England, brings together practitioners, researchers, and organisations working to enhance people’s connection with nature. The meeting brought together community practitioners, academics, and policy stakeholders. Discussions focused on creating inc

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Mar 302 min read

Care in Action: Reflections from Mental Health Awareness Week in Southwark

Participating in the Mental Health Awareness Week event in Southwark offered me a profound insight into what “care in action” truly...

Candy

May 15, 20252 min read

How Can We Reduce Health Inequalities Through Creativity - The Overlooked Challenges of Minority and Non-Native Communities

I had the privilege of attending the event "How Can We Reduce Health Inequalities Through Creativity" , supported by the South East...

Candy

Feb 12, 20253 min read

From Horticulture to Health: My Empowering Journey with NHS South East London Integrated Care Board Co-production Group

In everyone’s life journey, there are moments of unexpected turns that lead you to places you never imagined. I never thought I would...

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Jan 8, 20253 min read