Find out more about some of the health and wellbeing initiatives the Organisational Development and Diversity team are involved in.
The MetLife 360Health initiative supports your health and wellbeing by enabling you to choose from a suite of award winning health services, including nutrition, mental health, fitness and recovery advice at no extra cost, all from the convenience of your own home.
These services are available to UniSuper members, their partners, children and parents. To access MetLife 360Health, click on the flyer and scan the QR code, or you can download the MetLife 360 Virtual Care app using the code UNISUP.
Learn more about Menopause At Work and what Flinders University is doing.
A Wellbeing Award has been launched as part of the Professional Staff Awards to recognise outstanding commitment in promoting and supporting wellbeing at Flinders University. The focus of the award is on actions which have a direct and positive impact on staff and / or students.
See the Flinders Wellbeing award criteria here.
The Wellbeing and Campus Activation Initiative is managed by by OD&D and provides an opportunity for Colleges and Portfolios to apply for funding for activation events. Events are designed to increase a sense of belonging and connection and create a vibrant and dynamic campus atmosphere.
Campus Activation also includes a range of centrally coordinated events including:
The following events will be offered in 2025 through this initiative:
Event | Summary | Date |
RAP Conference |
A three-day event with activities in Bedford Park and Darwin with language workshops, art workshops and a community BBQ
|
21-23 May 2025 |
Reality Balance VR Meditation |
A next-level mindfulness journey through immersive, tranquil virtual environments, promoting relaxation, present, and mental clarity |
21 May 2025 |
Reconciliation Week in the City |
An event at the City Campus providing a range of interactive workshops and events to celebrate Reconciliation Week.
|
27-30 May 2025 |
Women in Tech at Tonsley |
A panel discussing exploring the topic: “Do We Need More Women in Tech, or Do We Need More Women Who Want Tech?” |
11 June 2025 |
NAIDOC Week |
A two-day event for staff, students and the public to celebrate NAIDOC week and connect campuses across the NT and SA.
|
8-9 July 2025 |
Flinders Living at Home |
Scheduled tours of the two residential campuses showcasing the living environments and facilities. With live music and a BBQ lunch to follow. |
15 July 2025 |
Reality Balance VR Meditation |
A next-level mindfulness journey through immersive, tranquil virtual environments, promoting relaxation, present, and mental clarity |
24 July 2025 |
Innovate, Design, and Lead in the era of Artificial Intelligence: Building Ethical and Creative Futures |
A workshop at the City Campus the promotes ethical decision making, creativity, and human-centred innovation in business and technology
|
13 August 2025 |
Resilience with Kathryn McEwen |
A presentation on resilience from Kathryn McEwen, author of the best-selling books, followed by a morning/afternoon tea |
14 August 2025 |
R U OK? Day |
A centrally coordinated event, bring people together to acknowledge the importance of asking R U OK? |
11 September 2025 |
CNHS Festival of Food |
A food festival highlighting Southeast Asia. This will be a lunch time event featuring traditional cuisine and cultural experiences. |
25 September 2025 |
End of Year Staff Event |
A centrally coordinated celebration, recognising the hard work in 2025. |
27 November 2025 |
Flinders Book Club |
A three-part book club focusing on different books and events in 2025
|
TBC |
Applications for the 2025 Campus Activation Initiative are now closed. Copies of the Guidelines and application form are available below.
The Work Health and Safety Program, managed by the WHS team, provides a range of activities aimed at improving the physical and mental health of staff. A range of initiatives are accessible to support healthier bodies, healthier minds, healthier culture and healthier places. Access the Health and Wellbeing Calendar here.
Thriving@Flinders
If you are planning a wellbeing-focused event or activity, and would like to have it included in the Thriving@Flinders monthly email, please send details to thriving@flinders.edu.au.
Below are the submission deadlines for upcoming editions:
Edition | Submission Date |
December 2024 | 28 November 2024 |
February 2025 | 30 January 2025 |
March 2025 | 27 February 2025 |
April 2025 | 27 March 2025 |
May 2025 | 24 April 2025 |
June 2025 | 29 May 2025 |
July 2025 | 26 June 2025 |
August 2025 | 31 July 2025 |
September 2025 | 28 August 2025 |
October 2025 | 25 September 2025 |
November 2025 | 30 October 2025 |
December 2025 | 27 November 2025 |
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