The state of our wellbeing has a profound impact on our quality of life. This conference focuses on how sound and nature can inspire wellbeing in both older people and those receiving care by bringing together researchers and practitioners who are either developing research in the area or creating initiatives aimed at these populations. Topics that will be explored include the influence that sound has on wellbeing in ageing, sound and wellbeing in natural environments, and emerging methodologies for navigating the challenges of interdisciplinary research focused on age and environment.
The conference is funded by the British Academy and takes place in-person at the University of Gloucestershire’s Park Campus in Cheltenham on 11-12 September 2025. The event will bring together experts on different aspects of sound, nature, and wellbeing in ageing from around the world.
Speakers at the conference include:
- Theresa Allison, University of California, San Francisco
- Nicole Dalmer, McMaster University, Ontario Jessica Fisher, University of Kent
- Vera Gallistl, Karl Landsteiner University
- Alice Goodenough, University of Gloucestershire Isobel Jones, Alive Activities
- Amanda Krause, James Cook University
- Wendy Martin, Brunel University, London
- Liz O’Brien, Forest Research
- Eleanor Ratcliffe, University of Surrey
- Philip Reeder, University of Gloucestershire
- Nick Smith, University of Kent
- Stephen Tatlow, University of Gloucestershire Anna Wanka, Goethe University
A key note will be given by Alex Coulter from the National Centre for Creative Health.
CCRI’s Alice Goodenough, who is organising the event said “we look forward to welcoming people to our exciting conference which will host an array of international speakers. It will be a great opportunity to bring together practitioners and researchers to discuss experiences within ageing that deserve closer attention”.
Conference tickets are free, but must be booked in advance via the British Academy website.
Should you require more information please email snwa@glos.ac.uk with your enquiry. A programme for the conference can be downloaded here.
