Shanghai Museums Launch 'Healing Alliance' for Mental Health Support
Launched in June, a 'prescription programme' that links healthcare facilities with museums is set to broaden its reach to encompass the Duolun Museum of Modern Art, libraries, botanical gardens, and universities. Known as the 'Healing Alliance,' this initiative seeks to utilize cultural and natural settings to enhance mental health support. The expansion extends beyond the initial focus of connecting medical institutions solely with museums. This programme showcases an innovative method of incorporating arts and nature into therapeutic practices, highlighting an increasing awareness of the importance of cultural institutions in promoting public health.
Key facts
- A 'prescription programme' was launched in June.
- The programme connects healthcare facilities and museums.
- It will expand to include the Duolun Museum of Modern Art.
- Libraries, botanical gardens, and universities will also be included.
- The initiative is called a 'Healing Alliance.'
- It aims to support mental health through cultural and natural environments.
- The expansion broadens the original scope of the programme.
- The programme integrates arts and nature into therapeutic practices.
Entities
Institutions
- Duolun Museum of Modern Art
Locations
- Shanghai
- China