About CeFoRPAT
Advancing Brain Health and Mental Wellbeing Through Art, Research & Innovation
CeFoRPAT uses creative expression to support brain health, mental wellbeing, and social connection. We develop arts-based interventions, strengthen collaborative research, and create inclusive opportunities for people to express themselves, build resilience, and thrive across the lifespan.
Through art, music, theatre, storytelling, and writing, we turn creativity into a tool for education, healing, and community transformation.
To advance brain health and mental wellbeing by generating, sharing, and translating evidence into innovative, accessible, and arts-informed mental health practice.
CeFoRPAT connects research, creative practice, and community knowledge to close the gap between evidence and everyday care. We support practitioners, researchers, educators, and communities in using evidence-based approaches and creative expression to promote resilience, wellbeing, and social transformation.
Empowering the next generation to lead mental health and brain health innovation
CeFoRPAT envisions inclusive learning environments where emerging leaders gain practical experience, develop research and advocacy skills, and work alongside communities to shape responsive mental health systems. By connecting education, lived experience, and collaborative practice, we aim to cultivate changemakers who translate knowledge into meaningful impact.
We envision a future where the next generation of mental health professionals, researchers, and community advocates can advance brain health, wellbeing, and equitable care through creativity, evidence, and collaboration.
Latest publications
Explore evidence-informed articles, case studies, reports, and expert perspectives on neuroarts, art-related therapies, psychosocial wellbeing, and community mental health. From the science of creativity to practical approaches for care, education, and advocacy, this blog shares research and ideas that support healthier minds and stronger communities.
Research is at the heart of effective therapeutic practice. Explore our latest findings, innovative approaches, and evidence-based strategies that contribute to improving mental health services and professional practice.
Read article : Advancing Research in Psychosocial SupportCommunity participation plays a vital role in promoting mental wellness. Learn how CeFoRPAT collaborates with schools, healthcare providers, and local organizations to build resilient and healthier communities.
Read article : Strengthening Mental Health Through Community-Based InterventionsCreative expression offers individuals a safe and effective way to process trauma, reduce stress, and improve emotional wellbeing. Discover how art-related therapy supports recovery across different age groups and communities.
Read article : The Role of Art Therapy in Emotional Healing“Afo-A-Kom: Journal of Culture, Performing and Visual Arts, is a double-blind peer reviewed and Open Access journal that publishes well-researched works that address issues of interdisciplinarity and intersections of culture, arts, technology, and human sciences. It publishes works by scholars and practitioners of any nationality in the fields of theatre, television, film, media arts and videogames, music, dance, communication, carving, weaving, pottery, painting, ceramics, sculpting, textiles, and design, and their varied social and cultural forms of expression and materialisation.
A multidisciplinary team of renowned scholars advancing research in arts, health, and communication.
Open year-round for submissions, the journal publishes twice a year and includes practitioner contributions that showcase real-world artistic impact.
We also promote the advancement of knowledge through scientific publications in AFO-A-KOM: Journal of Culture, Performing, and Visual Arts.
What We Do
Supporting the next generation of mental health professionals, researchers, and community dvocates through practical experience, learning, and collaboration.
CeFoRPAT offers a well-established internship programme which provides students with valuable and relevant research and work experience within a lively and professional environment. Interested applicants in any art-related field should submit an application file comprising of all relevant credentials by using the form below.
join our conferences, seminars, workshops, and awareness campaigns focused on mental health, psychosocial support, art therapy, and professional development. Our events provide opportunities to learn, network, and collaborate with practitioners, researchers, and community leaders committed to improving wellbeing.
Explore moments from our art workshops, creative activities, and community gatherings—where creativity brings people together.
