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Welcome to the LJMU staff events page.

The university is committed to providing a holistic package of services and resources to support your wellbeing. Here you will find a range of online and in-person activities, training and webinars for you to engage with to help you look after your mental health and wellbeing.

If you cannot see an event you are looking for, it is likely fully booked. Should a place become available the event will re-appear and you will be able to book.

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Candle-making Workshop

Mental Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  4
 Date:  Tue, 21 May 2024
 Time:  12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
 Location:  Exchange Station - G20 & G21
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Join this workshop and immerse yourself in the world of candle-making. Create and take home a beautifully scented natural wax container candle, and gain the skills to refill and re-use containers you have at home. You will also learn the difference between candles, waxes, and fragrances. No prior experience required. Resources provided. Led by experienced candle-making specialist from WICK-ED.
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Byrom Street Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Date:  Wed, 22 May 2024
 Time:  7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
 Location:  Byrom Street Building - GERI Building -Room 1:02
  Format: Drop-in
 Drop-in Event:  This is a drop-in event, you may turn up to it without booking.
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Start your day off right with a morning yoga session. Connect your body, your mind and your breath in this beginners yoga flow class. All welcome, no prior experience needed. Perfect for those new to yoga. Mats will be provided. To book a place, please download the LJMU Sport app from your app store first. Due to how the system works, you will only be able to book onto each class up to a week in advance.

Couch to 5k with Exy's Midday Runners

Physical Wellbeing

 Date:  Wed, 22 May 2024
 Time:  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
 Location:  Exchange Station - Meet in Main foyer
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Couch to 5k is for everyone. Whether you've never run before or you just want to get more active, it is a free and easy way of getting fitter and healthier. There are plenty of benefits to getting into running, for starters improving your physical health. Running requires little equipment, but a good pair of running shoes that suit your foot type may help improve comfort. Led by Jane Webster and Exy’s Midday Runners. Please email J.L.Webster@ljmu.ac.uk if you require more information.
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Get Growing Project

Social Wellbeing

 Date:  Wed, 22 May 2024
 Time:  12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
 Location:  Tithebarn Building - Gardens
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Are you interested in growing your own veg? Would you like to improve your wellbeing through engagement with the natural environment, get fresh air on your lunchtime, and meet new people? Then let’s get growing! In 2022 we created a mini allotment packed with a variety of veg, salad, herbs and flowers. Join us anytime between 12-2pm, as we plan for the 2024 season, take at look at our raised beds in the Tithebarn Gardens, and do some light weeding and seed sowing. All resources, tools and guidance provided. No prior experience necessary.
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Get Growing Project

Social Wellbeing

 Date:  Tue, 28 May 2024
 Time:  12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
 Location:  Tithebarn Building - Gardens
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Are you interested in growing your own veg? Would you like to improve your wellbeing through engagement with the natural environment, get fresh air on your lunchtime, and meet new people? Then let’s get growing! In 2022 we created a mini allotment packed with a variety of veg, salad, herbs and flowers. Join us anytime between 12-2pm, as we plan for the 2024 season, take at look at our raised beds in the Tithebarn Gardens, and do some light weeding and seed sowing. All resources, tools and guidance provided. No prior experience necessary.
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Couch to 5k with Exy's Midday Runners

Physical Wellbeing

 Date:  Wed, 29 May 2024
 Time:  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
 Location:  Exchange Station - Meet in Main foyer
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Couch to 5k is for everyone. Whether you've never run before or you just want to get more active, it is a free and easy way of getting fitter and healthier. There are plenty of benefits to getting into running, for starters improving your physical health. Running requires little equipment, but a good pair of running shoes that suit your foot type may help improve comfort. Led by Jane Webster and Exy’s Midday Runners. Please email J.L.Webster@ljmu.ac.uk if you require more information.
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Craft Club

Social Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  13
 Date:  Wed, 29 May 2024
 Time:  12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
 Location:  Exchange Station - G20 & G21
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Craft Club is back by popular demand. Expert crafters and newbies welcome. This months showcase craft is 'Watercolours'. If you would like to try something new or work on an existing project or, simply like a creative space to paint, draw, read or doodle, join us over lunchtime to work on some simple crafts of your choice. Resources provided.
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LJMU Health, Wellbeing & Benefits Demo

Financial Wellbeing

 Date:  Wed, 05 Jun 2024
 Time:  10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
 Location:  Online Event
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Join Liz Cousins for an online demo of the Staff Wellbeing Hub and Vivup platform. Learn what support is available to help you with your health and wellbeing, and what is on offer for financial support. Followed by a short Q&A.
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Making Every Contact Count for Mental Health Training

Mental Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  2
 Date:  Tue, 11 Jun 2024
 Time:  9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
 Location:  Exchange Station - G20 & G21
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Making Every Contact Count (MECC) is an approach to behaviour change that uses the day-to-day interactions that organisations and people have with other people to support them in making positive changes to their physical, mental health and wellbeing. This session has been developed in partnership with the Royal Society for Public Health, and provides a safe space for staff to explore the barriers and issues with not only people asking for help and support, but also our own barriers we may face when asking if someone is ok. We will consider the language used and explore how best communicate that supportive element with individuals. Enabling staff to feel confident in being able to ask twice and signpost those in need to the correct services. The day will cover the following modules: Module 1: Introduction to MECC for Mental Health Module 2: Knowledge and Skills – having a MECC for Mental Health Conversation Module 3: Signposting and Pathways
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Craft Club

Social Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  15
 Date:  Thu, 20 Jun 2024
 Time:  12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
 Location:  Exchange Station - G20 & G21
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Craft Club is back by popular demand. Expert crafters and newbies welcome. If you would like to try something new or work on an existing project or, simply like a creative space to paint, draw, read or doodle, join us over lunchtime to work on some simple crafts of your choice. Resources provided.
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LJMU Health, Wellbeing & Benefits Demo

Financial Wellbeing

 Date:  Tue, 02 Jul 2024
 Time:  10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
 Location:  Online Event
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Join Liz Cousins for an online demo of the Staff Wellbeing Hub and Vivup platform. Learn what support is available to help you with your health and wellbeing, and what is on offer for financial support. Followed by a short Q&A.
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Menopause Cafe

Mental Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  16
 Date:  Wed, 10 Jul 2024
 Time:  10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
 Location:  Student Life Building - Room 2.04
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Menopause Cafe’s aim to talk about menopause in a new way, to break down taboos, and increase awareness of the impact of the menopause on those experiencing it, their family, friends and their colleagues. Join us for a cuppa and a chat.
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Making Every Contact Count for Mental Health Training

Mental Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  11
 Date:  Fri, 12 Jul 2024
 Time:  9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
 Location:  Exchange Station - G20 & G21
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Making Every Contact Count (MECC) is an approach to behaviour change that uses the day-to-day interactions that organisations and people have with other people to support them in making positive changes to their physical, mental health and wellbeing. This session has been developed in partnership with the Royal Society for Public Health, and provides a safe space for staff to explore the barriers and issues with not only people asking for help and support, but also our own barriers we may face when asking if someone is ok. We will consider the language used and explore how best communicate that supportive element with individuals. Enabling staff to feel confident in being able to ask twice and signpost those in need to the correct services. The day will cover the following modules: Module 1: Introduction to MECC for Mental Health Module 2: Knowledge and Skills – having a MECC for Mental Health Conversation Module 3: Signposting and Pathways
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Menopause Cafe

Mental Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  24
 Date:  Wed, 16 Oct 2024
 Time:  10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
 Location:  Tithebarn Building - tbc
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Menopause Cafe’s aim to talk about menopause in a new way, to break down taboos, and increase awareness of the impact of the menopause on those experiencing it, their family, friends and their colleagues. Join us for a cuppa and a chat.
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