Growing and supporting the mental health and wellbeing of future farmers has been a key focus for a research partnership between Massey and Lincoln University over the past 4 years. Presented by Dr Nicky Stanley-Clarke and Dr Chris Andrews (Massey University) this seminar will provide a summary of what the research team have learned about young farmer wellbeing. They will also report on the findings of their latest research: Mapping support services for young farmers. Furthermore, the research team welcome feedback from Lincoln academics and professionals regarding their findings, to help identify as priority areas for either future research or support services.
Timings
1.00pm: Guests arrive
1.15pm: CoE Introduction
1.20pm: Keynote Speaker
1.50pm: Q&A Session
2.00pm: Speaking finishes, guests network
2.30pm: Event finishes
Thursday 20th February
1.00pm - 2.30pm
Inaka, Waimarie Building, Lincoln University
About Our Speakers
Nicky Stanley-Clarke, PhD, is a senior lecturer at Massey University’s School of Social Work, Palmerston North where she teaches clinical social work, social policy, leadership and clinical supervision. Nicky has worked in several different social service settings including child protection; youth justice; public health; project management and mental health. Nicky’s research interests include understanding the interaction between the individual and the wider social environment and the impact this may have on wellbeing. Her specific research focus includes rural wellbeing, the mental health of young people in rural communities, wellbeing education, social work and social policy.
Dr Chris Andrews is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Agriculture and Environment at Massey University, where he teaches animal reproduction and lactation physiology. Chris’s research primary focuses on the physiology and behaviour of both domestic animals and non-domestic species. In particular, he uses wearable devices and machine learning to monitor animal behaviour and health. Chris also as a passion for improving mental health and wellbeing within the agricultural sector. In this space, he has contributed to the incorporation of a mental resilience programme (“WellMates”) into Massey’s BAnSci and BAgSci degrees.