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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.

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Exchange Station Run Club

Physical Wellbeing

 Date:  Thu, 20 Feb 2025
 Time:  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
 Location:  Exchange Station - Meet in Main foyer
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Join us for a friendly run and become part of Exchange Station Run Club, a new running group for all abilities. Meeting in the main reception area of Exchange Station at 12pm. One for newbies and seasoned runners alike (all are welcome regardless of your running pace). Led by Jane Webster who is a qualified UK Athletics Leader in Running Fitness and qualified first aider with St John Ambulance so you will be in safe hands. Please contact J.L.Webster@ljmu.ac.uk if you have any questions.
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Origami

Social Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  13
 Date:  Fri, 21 Feb 2025
 Time:  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
 Location:  Byrom Street Building - 325
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Origami is the Japanese art of folding paper into models. It is a fun and potentially free way to make art with any type of paper to hand. Led by Dr Edward Shaw, a member of the British Origami Society and credited as an editor for several Origami related books and publications. Sharing his hobby across two sessions, he will demonstrate how a model is made step-by-step. In this session, learn how to fold a traditional origami tulip. Another session where you will make a flower-styled pot for your tulip is planned 14 Feb – please book separately if interested. All resources provided. The number of models taught is subject to the pace of the attendees. You may stay longer than the hour session if you wish.
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Women Only Football Event

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  2
 Date:  Fri, 21 Feb 2025
 Time:  4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Sports Hall
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This is a women only football event, in a friendly and supportive environment. Open to staff who have either played football before or have never kicked a ball but want to give it a go! No football experience needed as we will do some light skills training and then go into a game. Please share with any colleagues that you think may be interested. Any questions please email Holly Keenan-Fallace h.r.keenanfallace@ljmu.ac.uk
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Off-peak Swimming at Uni of Liverpool (daily)

Physical Wellbeing

 Date:  Sun, 23 Feb 2025
 Time:  9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
 Location:  University of Liverpool - Sports and Fitness Centre
  Format: Drop-in
 Drop-in Event:  This is a drop-in event, you may turn up to it without booking.
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Free off-peak swimming at University of Liverpool for LJMU Staff. Please note this is available daily: - Monday 9am to 4.30pm - Tuesday 9am to 4.30pm - Wednesday 9am to 1pm - Thursday 9am to 4.30pm - Friday 9am to 4.30pm - Saturday 8am to 12pm - Sunday 9am to 1pm Location: University of Liverpool Sports and Fitness Centre, Bedford Street North, Liverpool, L69 7ZN. Simply present your LJMU staff card upon arrival.

Staff Netball

Physical Wellbeing

 Date:  Mon, 24 Feb 2025
 Time:  5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - LJMU Sport Building
  Format: Drop-in
 Drop-in Event:  This is a drop-in event, you may turn up to it without booking.
More details
Come and join our mixed staff Netball sessions. Whether it is to learn a new sport and have a run around, or you would like to learn new skills, come along and try it out. Every Monday, 5-6pm, LJMU Sports Building. No need to book, just turn up!

Reflections in Nature - Spring Edition

Mental Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  3
 Date:  Wed, 26 Feb 2025
 Time:  1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
 Location:  John Lennon Art and Design Building - Outdoor Learning Area
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This session combines observing and documenting the natural world through a combination of writing, sketching, photography and painting. It involves spending time in nature, carefully observing plants, animals, landscapes, and other elements of the natural environment, and recording those observations in whichever way you like to express yourself. The primary goal of the session is to cultivate a deeper connection with nature and develop a greater understanding and appreciation for the natural world. We hope that by joining us, you can slow down, engage your senses, and be present in the moment while exploring and interacting with nature. All resources provided, along with refreshments of soup and/or hot chocolate and toasted marshmallows around the fire pit.
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Exchange Station Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Date:  Wed, 26 Feb 2025
 Time:  4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
 Location:  Exchange Station - G20 & G21
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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. Please bring your own mat if you have one, however some mats will be available to borrow. Places are limited to 15.
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Bridge of Collaboration Ship Simulator Workshop

Social Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  7
 Date:  Thu, 27 Feb 2025
 Time:  9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
 Location:  James Parsons Building - Room G01 Maritime Simulators
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Navigating a ship requires teamwork, effective communication, interdependence, and an understanding of team members' emotions. Confidence increases and stress levels decrease when team members trust that their colleagues will support them when needed. Ship simulators provide a realistic training environment that nurtures team essential skills. Through simulation-based exercises, teams can enhance confidence by engaging in collaborative problem-solving, sharing ideas, and accepting input from others in the team. This immersive approach strengthens team cohesion and prepares crew members for real-world challenges. The simulation will consist of a quick introduction to navigating a ship as a watchkeeping officer on the bridge followed by a short session to familiarise with the bridge equipment. Once ready, the teams will cross dover in their 200m long passenger ferry, dealing with traffic and other navigation situations. They will ensure no navigational or safety incidents, which is only possible if the teams members performed their allocated roles. Please note a minimum of 4 attendees are required otherwise the session will be cancelled.
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Exchange Station Run Club

Physical Wellbeing

 Date:  Thu, 27 Feb 2025
 Time:  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
 Location:  Exchange Station - Meet in Main foyer
More details
Join us for a friendly run and become part of Exchange Station Run Club, a new running group for all abilities. Meeting in the main reception area of Exchange Station at 12pm. One for newbies and seasoned runners alike (all are welcome regardless of your running pace). Led by Jane Webster who is a qualified UK Athletics Leader in Running Fitness and qualified first aider with St John Ambulance so you will be in safe hands. Please contact J.L.Webster@ljmu.ac.uk if you have any questions.
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Ukulele for Beginners

Social Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  9
 Date:  Thu, 27 Feb 2025
 Time:  1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
 Location:  Student Life Building - 2.01
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Learn the basic skills to become a ukulele legend! Some say the ukulele is easy to play, we think it's just easy to love and we'll show you why. It's a powerful way of reducing stress while boosting your brain power, confidence and creativity, in a friendly and fun setting. Ukulele and music for the session provided...just bring yourself. No prior experience necessary. Delivered by Robin from YinYan.
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Making Every Contact Count for Mental Health Training

Mental Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  14
 Date:  Fri, 28 Feb 2025
 Time:  9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
 Location:  Exchange Station - G20 & G21
More details
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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Making Time For Play

Social Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  15
 Date:  Fri, 28 Feb 2025
 Time:  12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
 Location:  John Foster Drama Studio - B.05 - Rehearsal Studio
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Enjoy some theatre games in this fun and playful workshop, and learn why play is important for both our minds and bodies. There is no role play or acting involved, simply enjoying collaborative games and play. Dress in comfortable loose clothing layers (e.g. jogging bottoms, leggings, gym wear, t-shirt, hoodie), and comfy shoes (e.g. trainers or pumps) for this gentle movement workshop.
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Off-peak Swimming at Uni of Liverpool (daily)

Physical Wellbeing

 Date:  Sun, 02 Mar 2025
 Time:  9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
 Location:  University of Liverpool - Sports and Fitness Centre
  Format: Drop-in
 Drop-in Event:  This is a drop-in event, you may turn up to it without booking.
More details
Free off-peak swimming at University of Liverpool for LJMU Staff. Please note this is available daily: - Monday 9am to 4.30pm - Tuesday 9am to 4.30pm - Wednesday 9am to 1pm - Thursday 9am to 4.30pm - Friday 9am to 4.30pm - Saturday 8am to 12pm - Sunday 9am to 1pm Location: University of Liverpool Sports and Fitness Centre, Bedford Street North, Liverpool, L69 7ZN. Simply present your LJMU staff card upon arrival.

Staff Netball

Physical Wellbeing

 Date:  Mon, 03 Mar 2025
 Time:  5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - LJMU Sport Building
  Format: Drop-in
 Drop-in Event:  This is a drop-in event, you may turn up to it without booking.
More details
Come and join our mixed staff Netball sessions. Whether it is to learn a new sport and have a run around, or you would like to learn new skills, come along and try it out. Every Monday, 5-6pm, LJMU Sports Building. No need to book, just turn up!

Bibliotherapy (Lucky Roy Singh)

Social Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  4
 Date:  Tue, 04 Mar 2025
 Time:  2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
 Location:  Student Life Building - 209
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An opportunity to meet Lucky Roy Singh, an award-winning LGBTQ+ activist, honour-based domestic violence campaigner, public speaker, drag queen, and author of Take a Walk in my big Indian Heels. Lucky will talk about their lived experience as a LGBTQ individual and the story behind their memoir. Lucky will also talk about their activism work for queer rights and campaigns against forced marriage and honour-based abuse. Group open to staff and students. To find out more visit: www.ljmu.ac.uk/bibliotherapy
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Making Every Contact Count for Mental Health Training

Mental Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  20
 Date:  Mon, 10 Mar 2025
 Time:  9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
 Location:  Exchange Station - G20 & G21
More details
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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Staff Netball

Physical Wellbeing

 Date:  Mon, 10 Mar 2025
 Time:  5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - LJMU Sport Building
  Format: Drop-in
 Drop-in Event:  This is a drop-in event, you may turn up to it without booking.
More details
Come and join our mixed staff Netball sessions. Whether it is to learn a new sport and have a run around, or you would like to learn new skills, come along and try it out. Every Monday, 5-6pm, LJMU Sports Building. No need to book, just turn up!

Menopause Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  9
 Date:  Tue, 11 Mar 2025
 Time:  12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Studio 1
More details
During this session, you will learn a series of movements at beginner level, with an emphasis on passive stretches that calm the nervous system and return some balance to the mind-body dilemma. This is particularly helpful for those who experience symptoms of the menopause, and is an opportunity to gather and share experiences. Yoga mats will be available to borrow if you do not have your own.
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Bibliotherapy (Writing for Wellbeing)

Mental Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  2
 Date:  Wed, 12 Mar 2025
 Time:  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
 Location:  Student Life Building - 2.01
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Putting yourself on the page: a safe space for personal writing in response to creative prompts. Facilitated by Anne-Marie Smith (LJMU School of Education). Group available for staff and students. To find out more visit: www.ljmu.ac.uk/bibliotherapy
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Staff Netball

Physical Wellbeing

 Date:  Mon, 17 Mar 2025
 Time:  5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - LJMU Sport Building
  Format: Drop-in
 Drop-in Event:  This is a drop-in event, you may turn up to it without booking.
More details
Come and join our mixed staff Netball sessions. Whether it is to learn a new sport and have a run around, or you would like to learn new skills, come along and try it out. Every Monday, 5-6pm, LJMU Sports Building. No need to book, just turn up!

Menopause Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  10
 Date:  Tue, 18 Mar 2025
 Time:  12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Studio 1
More details
During this session, you will learn a series of movements at beginner level, with an emphasis on passive stretches that calm the nervous system and return some balance to the mind-body dilemma. This is particularly helpful for those who experience symptoms of the menopause, and is an opportunity to gather and share experiences. Yoga mats will be available to borrow if you do not have your own.
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Menopause Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  15
 Date:  Tue, 25 Mar 2025
 Time:  12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Studio 1
More details
During this session, you will learn a series of movements at beginner level, with an emphasis on passive stretches that calm the nervous system and return some balance to the mind-body dilemma. This is particularly helpful for those who experience symptoms of the menopause, and is an opportunity to gather and share experiences. Yoga mats will be available to borrow if you do not have your own.
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Menopause Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  13
 Date:  Tue, 01 Apr 2025
 Time:  12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Studio 1
More details
During this session, you will learn a series of movements at beginner level, with an emphasis on passive stretches that calm the nervous system and return some balance to the mind-body dilemma. This is particularly helpful for those who experience symptoms of the menopause, and is an opportunity to gather and share experiences. Yoga mats will be available to borrow if you do not have your own.
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Menopause Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  13
 Date:  Tue, 08 Apr 2025
 Time:  12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Studio 1
More details
During this session, you will learn a series of movements at beginner level, with an emphasis on passive stretches that calm the nervous system and return some balance to the mind-body dilemma. This is particularly helpful for those who experience symptoms of the menopause, and is an opportunity to gather and share experiences. Yoga mats will be available to borrow if you do not have your own.
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Bibliotherapy (Writing for Wellbeing)

Mental Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  2
 Date:  Thu, 10 Apr 2025
 Time:  1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
 Location:  Online Event
More details
Putting yourself on the page: a safe space for personal writing in response to creative prompts. Facilitated by Anne-Marie Smith (LJMU School of Education). Group available for staff and students. To find out more visit: www.ljmu.ac.uk/bibliotherapy
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Menopause Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  11
 Date:  Tue, 15 Apr 2025
 Time:  12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Studio 1
More details
During this session, you will learn a series of movements at beginner level, with an emphasis on passive stretches that calm the nervous system and return some balance to the mind-body dilemma. This is particularly helpful for those who experience symptoms of the menopause, and is an opportunity to gather and share experiences. Yoga mats will be available to borrow if you do not have your own.
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Menopause Cafe

Mental Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  15
 Date:  Wed, 23 Apr 2025
 Time:  10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
 Location:  Byrom Street Building - tbc
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Join us for a cuppa and a chat. Menopause Cafe aims to provide an opportunity for 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.
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Making Every Contact Count for Mental Health Training

Mental Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  19
 Date:  Thu, 24 Apr 2025
 Time:  9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
 Location:  Exchange Station - G20 & G21
More details
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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Bibliotherapy (Writing for Wellbeing)

Mental Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  2
 Date:  Wed, 14 May 2025
 Time:  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
 Location:  Online Event
More details
Putting yourself on the page: a safe space for personal writing in response to creative prompts. Facilitated by Anne-Marie Smith (LJMU School of Education). Group available for staff and students. To find out more visit: www.ljmu.ac.uk/bibliotherapy
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Bibliotherapy (Writing for Wellbeing)

Mental Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  2
 Date:  Thu, 12 Jun 2025
 Time:  1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
 Location:  Online Event
More details
Putting yourself on the page: a safe space for personal writing in response to creative prompts. Facilitated by Anne-Marie Smith (LJMU School of Education). Group available for staff and students. To find out more visit: www.ljmu.ac.uk/bibliotherapy
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Making Every Contact Count for Mental Health Training

Mental Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  17
 Date:  Tue, 24 Jun 2025
 Time:  9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
 Location:  Exchange Station - G20 & G21
More details
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:  17
 Date:  Tue, 01 Jul 2025
 Time:  10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
 Location:  Student Life Building - tbc
More details
Join us for a cuppa and a chat. Menopause Cafe aims to provide an opportunity for 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.
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