Education, Research and Advocacy
Advancing women’s mental health through education, research, and advocacy.
Our department produces high-quality, accessible, and evidence-informed programs and content. We partner with professionals, community groups, and people with lived experience to create initiatives that empower women, inform practice, and drive meaningful change.
Our work focuses on two key areas that reflect our commitment to advancing women’s mental health through education, research, and advocacy:
Women’s Mental Health Research & Programs. Exploring the issues that affect women’s mental health and providing evidence-informed support. Projects include studies on lived experiences, such as women diagnosed later in life with neurodivergence, and initiatives that directly inform our therapeutic and educational programs.
Navi for Women. Empowering women in sport and related programs through advocacy, education, research, and evaluation.
Women’s Mental Health Research & Programs
Improving mental health support for women.
Our research explores the broad experiences of women and girls, addressing mental health, treatment access, and support needs. Insights from these projects directly inform our
therapeutic programs, education, and advocacy initiatives.
Key focus areas:
- Understanding lived experiences and systemic barriers
- Informing and improving therapeutic programs
- Developing educational resources and training for professionals
- Supporting grant-funded initiatives and advocacy programs
NAVI for Women
National Advocacy for Visibility and Inclusion for Women in Sport
Navi for Women is a signature program of our department, focused on advocacy, education, research, and program evaluation to improve the health, safety and inclusion of women in sport.
Our focus areas:
- Community education through workshops, events, and storytelling.
- Research and co-designed resources shaped by lived experience.
- Evaluation and program assessment to ensure initiatives are effective and impactful.
- Advocacy for women’s health and safe, inclusive sporting environments.
- Grant writing and program support to secure resources and ensure impactful delivery.
Our people:
Many of our long-standing ambassadors and athletes now take on new roles as Navi Educators, Lived Experience Partners, and Health & Sport Advocates, shaping research, evaluation, education, national events, and community campaigns. Their expertise ensures these focus areas are translated into practical initiatives and programs that reach athletes, coaches, organizations, and the wider community.
See it in action:
Emily Moore and Adele Kincses will be speaking at the Empowering Women Summit this October!
