Cover of the Healthy Me, Healthy Planet: Program Evaluation Report. Cover image shows sun rising through trees in a park and a man jogging on a path. The words 'Institute for Health Transformation' appear at the top of the cover

The evaluation report on the project, Healthy Me, Healthy Planet, delivered by Whitehorse Manningham Libraries, is now available here.

The Healthy Me, Healthy Planet program was an evidence-informed pilot program designed to promote the health co-benefits of action on climate change including health and wellbeing and pro-climate/environmental knowledge and attitudes.

The aim of the program was to empower participants with the skills and knowledge to improve personal health and wellbeing outcomes, while contributing to a resilient and sustainable community. Program objectives were capacity building and skills acquisition (a competent and confident community). Part of the program objective was also to document evidence on the impact of library programs on changes to individual health behaviours and working with community partners.

The evaluation of the pilot program suggests Healthy Me, Healthy Planet enhanced participants’ health and wellbeing and their pro-climate/environmental knowledge and attitudes. Importantly, the findings indicate that participants increased their confidence to make lifestyle changes, and the program allowed them to feel more motivated to promote the health co-benefits of action on climate change.

Community trust and respect for Whitehorse Manningham public library service was reflected in high survey responses numbers and active, engaged participation. Program reach was widened with partnership participation from local businesses, community groups and a library staff working group.

Networks created during the project have been sustained and conversations held about the potential for future joint projects. The range of partners engaged increased the potential scope for exploring grant applications and other funding sources.

Healthy Me, Healthy Planet was funded through the Libraries for Health and Wellbeing Innovation Grants program.

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