Summary
In this episode, Jen Leslie explores the diverse makeup of the creative health workforce, emphasising the importance of understanding and valuing this multifaceted sector before discussing sustainability. She shares personal insights, analogies, and real-world examples to highlight the various roles within creative health and why recognising this diversity is vital for its growth.
Keywords
Creative Health, Workforce, Arts in Healthcare, Interdisciplinary, Community, Education, Funding, Policy, Personal Journey
Chapters
00:00 — Welcome back to season two
00:14 — What I’ve been up to this week
00:43 — My first time as a podcast guest
01:54 — Documentary project update
02:50 — Summer holidays and catching up
03:46 — Season two theme: sustaining the creative health workforce
04:26 — Who makes up the creative health workforce?
05:20 — The orange analogy
06:24 — The workforce as many segments
06:42 — Artists, practitioners, and creatives
07:12 — Health and care professionals
07:47 — Funders and commissioners
08:14 — Community organisations and leaders
08:39 — Researchers, evaluators, educators, and policymakers
End — Closing reflection on the season
Additional Resources
London arts and Health
The 4th Walls too tall
Connect with Jen
Email: Thevoicesofcreativehealth@outlook.com
Instagram: @thevoicesofcreativehealth
LinkedIn: Jennifer Leslie
