Bringing together the world’s leaders in the fields of positive psychology, wellbeing and related disciplines, the International Positive Psychology Association (IPPA) will be bringing their world congress to Brisbane in July for the first time.
Over one thousand delegates from over 50 countries are expected to attend the four-day congress to listen, learn, network and share on a variety of topics which range in diversity – anything from ‘Relationship Between the Types of Digital Games and Self-Efficacy’ (Mihoko Tsuruta, Japan) to Yoga as a green exercise: Examining the impact on mental health and well-being of young urban adults.’ (Raina Chhajer, India).
Richmond Fellowship Queensland (RFQ) is the proud Diamond sponsor of IPPA. Chief Executive Officer Alex Couley encouraged those with connections to the industry to get along.
“It’s a fantastic opportunity to bring together some of the greatest thinkers and minds in wellbeing and positive psychology which links exactly with our mission and what we do at RFQ – recovery for those living with mental health challenges.”
Keynote speakers have just been announced and will present on a diverse range of topics, perspectives and expertise – with four confirmed presentations from RFQ.
Alex Couley, Chief Executive Officer will deliver a keynote speech on the topic of ‘Enhancing Mental Health Recovery Through the Science of Wellbeing’ , alongside Peter Davison, Senior Research and Evaluation Officer on ‘Using Silence Purposefully: Supporting Emotional Wellbeing in Suicide Aftercare’.
Peter Davison is a Medical Anthropologist in addition to his role with RFQ and said the opportunity to present at a congress of this scale is a wonderful opportunity.
“This is relevant to much of the work RFQ does across our programs as many staff engage with the affective qualities of silence and trauma on a daily basis.
My presentation will explore the many silences within the lived experience of suicide and in the responses of mental health professionals in practice. It’s about giving people a way to interpret and make sense of silence as an alternative form of communication,” Mr Davison said.
Junita Johnson, Manager Indigenous Programs will present alongside Jacqui Francis from the University of Melbourne on First Nations Wellbeing Literacy: Pilot Program Effectiveness.
Sue Mahoney, Senior Learning and Development Officer will join Marie McLeod, Founder of Thriveability and How to Thrive Program to deliver a hands-on workshop.
RFQ join other research-based organisations such as CQ University and the University of Melbourne in support of the congress and are excited to welcome delegates to the RFQ Wellness Lounge as part of the congress in July.
