We’re thrilled to be hosting the very first Hummingbird Project Conference this Friday, 11 July 2025, at the University of Greater Manchester in Bolton.
With 125 people already registered to attend, the response has been fantastic. There are still a few places left, so if you haven’t signed up yet, please do so soon to avoid missing out.
We’re also delighted to confirm that the Mayor of Bolton, Councillor David Chadwick, will be joining us for the event.
Launched in 2017, the Hummingbird Project is an evidence-based, six-week course delivered free of charge by children’s charity MedEquip4Kids. Designed for North West primary and secondary schools, the course draws on the principles of Positive Psychology to help young people take care of their mental health. Backed by university research, the programme has supported over 8,000 pupils and is showing measurable improvements in wellbeing, happiness, and a reduction in symptoms of anxiety and depression.
The conference will bring together academics, educators, healthcare professionals, donors, and others interested in children’s mental health and wellbeing. It’s a chance to explore the impact of the Hummingbird Project and learn more about the successful partnerships that have made it possible.
The full programme is shown below (see image) and includes presentations from researchers at the University of Greater Manchester, the University of Chester, and the Open University, as well as local schools and the MedEquip4Kids delivery team.
Event details:
🗓️ Friday 11 July 2025
🕙 10am to 1pm
📍 Deane Lecture Theatre, Senate House, University of Greater Manchester, Bolton BL3 5DG
☕ Tea, coffee and a buffet lunch will be provided
