Data: 11 de março de 2026 | 13h (Portugal)
Local: Online
ALL UNIVERSITY STUDENTS, ACADEMICS, AND PROFESSIONALS ARE INVITED
UniWell blends traditional and digital tools to support students’ mental and physical well-being every step of the way. The project adopts a holistic approach, blending traditional wellness practices with modern, innovative digital solutions.
About Uniwell Project
The digital age has revolutionized education, providing students with greater access to learning resources and flexibility in their academic pursuits. However, it has also introduced a range of challenges that negatively impact students’ physical and mental well-being. Extended screen time, digital fatigue, stress, anxiety, and a lack of physical activity are increasingly common among university students. UniWell is a proactive response to these issues, aiming to create a balanced educational environment that nurtures both mental and physical health.
The UniWell project seeks to empower university students by providing them with the necessary tools to maintain their well-being in the digital era. The project adopts a holistic approach, blending traditional wellness practices with modern, innovative digital solutions. By promoting mental wellness alongside physical health, UniWell will equip students with strategies and resources that support academic success and personal growth, helping them to face the unique stressors of university life with resilience and well-being.
International Collaboration for Global Impact
UniWell will be implemented through a collaboration among universities and institutions from multiple countries, including Türkiye, the Czech Republic, Italy, Portugal, Estonia, and more. These partners bring a wealth of expertise in education, wellness, and technology, ensuring a multi-faceted approach to student well-being. Through this collaboration, UniWell aims to create an accessible platform for students across diverse cultural and academic backgrounds, making the resources universally available.
The project will run over 24 months, from January 2024 to December 2025, and will be implemented in multiple phases. By the end of the project, UniWell aims to have made a lasting impact on university students by offering a comprehensive, user-friendly platform that fosters a healthier, more balanced approach to life and learning in the digital age.
- Expected Outcomes: UniWell’s expected outcomes include:
- Enhanced mental health and emotional resilience among students, helping them navigate academic pressures and digital distractions.
- Increased awareness and practice of physical well-being, including strategies to combat the negative effects of sedentary behaviors.
- A scalable and sustainable solution that can be adopted by universities globally, with an ongoing feedback mechanism to ensure continuous improvement.
UniWell is not just a project; it is a movement to create a healthier, more resilient generation of university students who can thrive academically and personally in a world where digital and physical well-being are intertwined.
Project Partner: Faculdade de Motricidade Humana, Universidade de Lisboa
The Faculty of Human Kinetics (FMH) is part of the University of Lisbon and the oldest sports sciences and physical education faculty in Portugal, with a strong interdisciplinary focus on human development through movement. FMH brings extensive experience in research, international cooperation, and community-based initiatives across education, health, mental well-being, and the performing arts.
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