WHAT WE DO
Connecting
researchers, community organisations and individuals with lived experience
supporting
research on social, cultural and community assets and mental health
developing
cross-disciplinary methodological approaches
identifying
and removing barriers at individual, organisational and policy levels
enabling
new strategies and policies on community assets and mental health
encouraging
greater participation and public engagement with community assets
OUR GOALS
Short term
There is greater connection between researchers, breaking down traditional disciplinary and asset-based silos
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Concise policy reports, briefs and resources relating to the impact of community assets on mental health are available to policy makers
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There is enhanced awareness of the impact of community assets for mental health amongst community and third-sector organisations
Medium term
Identified gaps in the evidence base are filled with new cross-disciplinary research
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The role of community assets in mental health is included in all mental health strategies and in the strategic priorities of community organisations
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Barriers to accessing community assets amongst those with mental illness are identified and removed
Long term
Research on community assets and mental health moves into the mainstream of mental health research
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There is strong partnership work between mental health services and community organisations including clear referral pathways
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There is greater and more balanced engagement with community assets amongst both mental health service users and the general public