Our Work
We connect research, public policy and professional development to support informed decisions, psychosocial wellbeing and stronger institutions.
Evidence, policy and practice
Our work brings together public policy and civil-society capacity with mental health, psychosocial wellbeing and organisational resilience. We develop research, advice and learning activities around the needs of institutions, communities and helping professions.
Research and evaluation
Independent studies, evidence reviews, needs assessments and programme evaluations. We use qualitative and quantitative approaches to understand what works, for whom and in which contexts.
Public policy and governance
Policy analysis, briefs and practical recommendations for public institutions and civil-society organisations. We support evidence-informed decisions, participatory dialogue and the evaluation of public interventions.
EU projects and partnerships
Project development and interdisciplinary collaboration with European partners. We contribute to research design, work-package planning, evaluation and the communication of findings.
Training, coaching and mentorship
Professional development and reflective space for helping professions and organisational leaders. Workshops, coaching and mentorship connect learning with the challenges of everyday practice.
Wellbeing and organisational resilience
Educational and advisory work on psychosocial wellbeing, burnout prevention and organisational culture. We help teams examine working conditions and develop supportive, sustainable ways of working.
Knowledge exchange and capacity-building
Accessible reports, professional learning and dialogue between research, policy and practice. We support organisations in interpreting evidence, sharing knowledge and strengthening their capacity to act.
Our approach
We begin with the question and the context, not a predetermined solution. Our approach connects careful enquiry with practical application and learning.

Understand the context
Clarify the question, review available evidence and listen to the people and organisations involved. Identify needs, constraints and the decisions the work should inform.

Develop the response
Agree appropriate methods, objectives and responsibilities with partners. Design research, advisory or learning activities that fit the setting and the people involved.

Apply and learn
Translate findings into usable recommendations and resources. Support implementation, evaluate progress and share learning to inform future policy and practice.
Working with the Institute
We welcome enquiries from public institutions, research organisations, civil-society organisations and professionals working in health, social care, education and related fields. We are also open to interdisciplinary and cross-border partnerships.
We welcome discussions with potential consortium partners. Please share the programme or call, your project concept, the contribution you are seeking and any relevant deadlines so that we can assess the fit.
Our work is research-based, educational, advisory and organisational. We do not provide clinical healthcare, psychotherapy or emergency mental-health support.
Use our contact form or email info@mensapta.org with a short description of your organisation, the question you would like to explore and your expected timeframe. Please do not include sensitive personal or health information in an initial enquiry.
Work with Mens Apta Institute
We welcome enquiries about research, evaluation, policy advice, professional development and consortium partnerships. Tell us about your question, context and aims.
