About this theme
This theme covers all aspects of physical and mental health and their research and protection. It is one of the eight universal themes which form our grantmaking framework and allow us to address every aspect of society. Fellows’ stories
Maria Roberts (CF 2023) spoke at the National Suicide Prevention Alliance's conference in London, joined the UK and Ireland Suicide Prevention Roundtable, and delivered an online session with Discovering Liveability at the University of Edinburgh.
By Maria Roberts, 2026
Stephen Watkins reflects on how his Fellowship helped strengthen the case for a national eating disorders strategy in the UK. Drawing on learning from Australia, New Zealand, and Sweden, he explores how nationally coordinated approaches can improve access to care and outcomes for people and families affected by eating disorders. Since returning, Stephen has shared his findings with ministers, policymakers, providers, and service user and carer organisations, helping to inform emerging national guidance on eating disorder support.
By Stephen Watkins, 2026
Erica McInnis (CF 2016) developed and delivered a five-week Emotional First Aid: African Psychology in Action course in North Manchester, in partnership with NHS Manchester and the Rainbow Centre, and was featured by the British Psychological Society for Black History Monthh.
By Erica McInnis, 2026
Arabella Tresilian (CF 2024) presented findings from her Fellowship to staff at Children's Hospice South West, exploring culturally responsive communication and conflict resolution in palliative and end-of-life care.
By Arabella Tresilian, 2026
Monica Lakhanpaul (CF 2024) was awarded an Honorary Fellowship by the Institute of Health Visiting at its inaugural Health Visiting Awards.
By Monica Lakhanpaul, 2026
Gill Taylor reflects on how her Churchill Fellowship is exploring harm reduction approaches to help prevent deaths among people experiencing homelessness. Drawing on field research in Canada, she shares how peer-led services, overdose prevention support, and low-barrier access to care can help keep people safe while protecting dignity. Following World Homeless Day, Gill argues that preventing deaths requires a whole-system approach, with people with lived experience of homelessness and drug dependency at its heart.
By Gill Robin Taylor, 2026
Ananta Dave (CF 2019) was named among the Health Service Journal's 75 Most Influential Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic People in Health, in its Rising Stars category.
By Ananta Dave, 2026
Amara Nwosu (CF 2020) delivered the closing plenary at the 50th Montréal International Palliative Care Congress, hosted by Palliative Care McGill.
By Amara Nwosu, 2026
Laura Wyatt-Smith (CF 2023) appeared on The Voice of Islam Radio’s Drive Time programme to discuss smartphones and family life. The interview explored the challenges families face in navigating digital technology and supporting children and young people.
By Laura Wyatt-Smith, 2026
Alison O’Connor (CF 2016) published an article in the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy’s (BACP) Thresholds journal exploring the impact of moral injury on people working in helping professions.
By Alison O'Connor, 2026
