Making Mindfulness Accessible to Enhancing Individual and Community Health

The partnership between the Mindfulness and Health Institute and the Oxford Mindfulness Foundation is built on shared goals and values, focusing on the integration of mindfulness practices into healthcare, education, and the workplace. By combining our expertise, resources, and networks, we aim to make mindfulness accessible to a broader audience, enhancing individual and community health.

The partnership between the Mindfulness and Health Institute and the Oxford Mindfulness Foundation represents a significant step forward in the promotion and integration of mindfulness practices worldwide. Together, we are dedicated to fostering a more mindful and compassionate society, improving the quality of life for individuals and communities alike.

Benefits of the Partnership

Research and Innovation:

• Joint Research Projects: Collaborating on cutting-edge research to explore the benefits and applications of mindfulness across various settings.
• Innovation in Practice: Developing new mindfulness techniques and programs based on scientific evidence and clinical practice.

Education and Training:

• Comprehensive Training Programs: Offering a range of training opportunities for healthcare professionals, educators, and corporate leaders to integrate mindfulness into their work.
• Certification and Accreditation: Providing recognized certifications in mindfulness practices, enhancing professional development and credibility.

Community and Outreach:

• Public Workshops and Seminars: Hosting events to raise awareness about the benefits of mindfulness and provide practical tools for everyday use.
• Community Programs: Designing initiatives to support mental health and well-being in underserved communities.

Access to Expertise:

• Knowledge Exchange: Facilitating the sharing of expertise and best practices between organizations, researchers, and practitioners.
• Expert Guidance: Access to leading experts in the field of mindfulness for consultation and collaboration.

Global Impact:

• Expanding Reach: Increasing the global impact of mindfulness practices by leveraging the strengths and networks of both organizations.
• Sustainable Practices: Promoting mindfulness as a tool for sustainable living and long-term health benefits.

Available through MHI, these opportunities for education and training as part of this collaboration with the Oxford Mindfulness Foundation:

FOR THE GENERAL PUBLIC

Introducing Mindfulness – 3-session and 5-session options

Finding Peace in a Frantic World – 8-week course

Mindfulness for Life – 8-week course

FOR THOSE WHO WISH TO TEACH

Train to Teach Introducing Mindfulness

Train to Teach Mindfulness for Life (for MBSR teachers)

Train to Teach Mindfulness for Life (for MBCT teachers)

A Multi-Course Teacher Training Intensive (Train to teach Mindfulness for Life, Finding Peace in a Frantic World, Introducing Mindfulness and, for clinicians, MBCT)