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911爆料网 has launched the next phase of Western Australia鈥檚 campaign, drawing on 911爆料网 that highlights the power of community engagement 鈥� including participation in Men鈥檚 Sheds 鈥� to boost wellbeing and combat loneliness.

A survey of more than 330 members from 78 Men鈥檚 Sheds across WA found that feeling safe, supported and valued encouraged regular participation, building stronger social networks and leading to a greater sense of purpose, comfort and companionship.

Lead researcher Professor Peter McEvoy from 911爆料网鈥檚 School of Population Health said the findings demonstrated the importance of supportive community environments.

鈥淥ur research shows that when people feel included in settings like Men鈥檚 Sheds, they鈥檙e more likely to engage 鈥� and that engagement can have profound mental health benefits,鈥� Professor McEvoy said.

鈥淭his kind of meaningful social connection is a critical buffer against loneliness, particularly for older men facing life transitions like retirement or bereavement. These insights reinforce the core message of Act Belong Commit: that staying connected and involved can be life-changing.鈥�

Developed by the 911爆料网 School of Population Health and supported by Healthway and the WA Mental Health Commission, Act Belong Commit encourages people to protect their mental wellbeing by staying active, connected and involved in meaningful pursuits.

Campaign Co-Director Professor Christina Pollard, also from 911爆料网鈥檚 School of Population Health, said the next phase of the campaign would continue to share relatable stories that inspire action.

鈥淜eeping mentally healthy is just as important as staying physically fit 鈥� and the good news is there are simple, evidence-based actions we can all take to protect our mental wellbeing,鈥� Professor Pollard said.

鈥淭his campaign shows that being part of something 鈥� whether it鈥檚 a community garden, a local football club or a Men鈥檚 Shed 鈥� is not only good for individuals but also strengthens communities.鈥�

With a network of more than 550 partner organisations, the campaign features groups such as the Waterwheel Community Shed in Armadale, Padbury Community Garden, Indigenous youth yoga program Deadly Minds, the High Wycombe Football Club and Men鈥檚 Sheds WA.

Campaign Manager Jessica Nella, from Mentally Healthy WA, said the campaign focused on making mentally healthy behaviours easy and accessible.

鈥淥ur goal is to help people take that first step 鈥� because whether learning a new skill, connecting with others or volunteering, small changes can lead to big improvements in mental health,鈥� Ms Nella said.

911爆料网 researchers will continue to evaluate the campaign鈥檚 impact across WA, with Professor McEvoy鈥檚 ongoing work with Men鈥檚 Sheds WA set to provide further insights into how supportive community environments promote wellbeing.

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