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The arts and creative industries in health promotion

It has long been recognised that the arts, cultural sector and creative industries (the arts) can have a positive impact on people’s mental, physical and social health. It is also recognised...

Research and publications

2 min read

5 Oct 2021

https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/research-publications/arts-and-creative-industries-health-promotion

VicHealth Arts Strategy 2019-2023

Participating in the arts has multiple benefits for health and wellbeing: it reduces social isolation, strengthens community connection and builds self-esteem, as people pursue creative activity...

Research and publications

3 min read

6 Aug 2019

https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/resources/vichealth-strategies/vichealth-arts-strategy-2019-2023

Promoting physical activity through local community programs

Five Victorian councils ‘activated’ under-used public spaces within local communities to increase physical activity opportunities and social connection.Download: 2016 Community...

Research and publications

2 min read

7 Jul 2017

https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/research-publications/promoting-physical-activity-through-local-community

Artwork by Dexx (Gunditjmara/Boon Wurrung) ‘Mobs Coming Together’ 2022

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Artwork Credit: Dexx (Gunditjmara/Boon Wurrung) ‘Mobs Coming Together’ 2022, acrylic on canvas. Learn more about this artwork.