Interested in improving adolescent health and wellbeing in schools? Keen to learn about whole-school approaches to health promotion? Eager to engage in meaningful two-way knowledge exchange with like-minded peers?
Come and collaborate with the Healthy Learning Systems Team at the Centre for Adolescent Health. Our team led the development of the first Global Standards for Health-Promoting Schools for WHO and UNESCO, and has a wealth of expertise that straddles the health and education sectors. Our new Knowledge Exchange Residency will provide an exciting opportunity to co-create positive changes in school communities globally.
Who are we?
• Professor Susan Sawyer AM MBBS MD FRACP, Director, Centre for Adolescent Health, Royal Children’s Hospital
• Dr Monika Raniti PhD, Murdoch Children’s Research Institute
• Dr Jennifer Dam PhD, The University of Melbourne
• Dr Ruth Aston, The University of Adelaide
• Ms Katina Tan, The University of Melbourne/Adelaide
Who Should Apply?
• Researchers
• Students
• Teachers
• School-based practitioners
• Policy professionals in government/NGOs
(Note: individuals based in Australia or overseas are encouraged to apply)
Programme Highlights:
• 4-6 week engagement (approx. 1 day/week, flexible scheduling)
• Remote and online options available
• Contribute to ongoing healthy schools initiatives
• Co-create workplace relevant outputs: blog posts, presentations, literature reviews and policy documents
Join us in shaping the future of healthy schools. Apply now to be part of this exciting initiative!
Please complete the Expression of Interest form here.
