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NatureHeal
Empowering women’s workforce reintegration through biophilic learning
Supporting Recovery Through Nature-Connected
NatureHeal is a European initiative supporting women aged 30 and over recovering from women-specific cancers. Through biophilic learning approaches, we strengthen emotional wellbeing, build confidence, and support workforce reintegration across Spain, Serbia, and Türkiye.
Our programme combines nature-inspired environments with practical adult education tools, creating supportive spaces where women can rebuild motivation, develop resilience, and prepare for their return to work with renewed purpose.
This project is funded by the European Union under the Erasmus+ Programme (KA210-ADU). Views and opinions expressed are those of the partners only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union.
What is Nature Heal?
NatureHeal is an Erasmus+ Adult Education project specifically designed to support women aged 30 and over who are recovering from cancers targeting women. Our innovative approach uses biophilic learning principles to strengthen emotional wellbeing, rebuild motivation, and restore confidence during the crucial transition back to the workforce.
By connecting with nature-inspired environments and practices, participants discover supportive pathways that honour their recovery journey whilst preparing them for meaningful professional reintegration.
Our Core Objectives
Support Emotional Recovery
Create safe, nature-connected spaces that honour the healing journey and build emotional resilience.
Biophilic Practices
Biophilic Practices Integrate nature-inspired approaches into adult education for improved wellbeing and engagement.
Build Confidence
Strengthen self-belief and resilience to support successful workforce reintegration.
Promote Inclusion
Ensure accessibility and dignity for all participants, recognising diverse needs and experiences throughout recovery and reintegration
Equip Educators
Provide practical tools and training for professionals supporting women's recovery journeys.
Strengthen Collaboration
Build lasting partnerships between Spain, Serbia, and Türkiye, sharing knowledge and best practices across European contexts.
Why Biophilic Learning?
Biophilic learning connects education with nature, recognising our innate human need for natural environments. Research shows that nature-connected approaches reduce stress, improve focus, enhance motivation, and create supportive learning atmospheres4 essential benefits for women navigating recovery and workforce reintegration.
Reduced Stress
Natural environments lower cortisol levels and promote relaxation, supporting emotional healing.
Increased Motivation
Connection with nature restores energy and inspires engagement with learning and growth.
Better Focus
Nature-inspired spaces improve concentration and cognitive function for effective learning.
Supportive Environments
Biophilic settings create welcoming, safe spaces that honour recovery journeys.
"When we learn in harmony with nature, we reconnect with our capacity for growth, resilience, and renewal."
Project Activities
NatureHeal delivers a comprehensive programme of activities designed to develop, implement, and share biophilic learning approaches across our partner countries. Each activity contributes to our mission of supporting women’s emotional wellbeing and workforce reintegration.
01 Project Management & Quality Assurance
Coordinated oversight ensuring effective collaboration, timely delivery, and high- quality outcomes across all partner organisations throughout the project lifecycle.
02 Needs Analysis & Training
Programme Development Comprehensive research into participants' needs, followed by development of tailored biophilic learning materials and training frameworks.
03 Learning, Teaching, Training Activities for Educators
Intensive training sessions equipping educators and support professionals with practical skills for implementing biophilic approaches in adult education settings.
04 Local Piloting Workshops
Hands-on workshops in Spain, Serbia, and Türkiye where women experience nature-connected learning whilst preparing for workforce reintegration.
05 Dissemination & Visibility
Strategic sharing of project outcomes, resources, and learnings across European adult education networks to maximise impact and sustainability.
Project Timeline
Project Results & Resources
NatureHeal produces carefully designed resources to support educators, organisations, and women throughout the recovery and reintegration journey. All materials are available for download and tracked through analytics for Erasmus+ reporting requirements
01
Needs Analysis Report
Comprehensive research findings examining the specific needs, challenges, and opportunities facing women recovering from women-specific cancers as they prepare for workforce reintegration across European contexts. Format: PDF Research Report
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NatureHeal Training Guide
NatureHeal Training Guide Complete training curriculum for educators and support professionals, including biophilic learning principles, practical session plans, facilitation techniques, and guidance for creating nature-connected learning environments
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NatureHeal Toolkit
Practical resource collection featuring activities, exercises, reflection prompts, and materials that women can use during and after workshops to support their ongoing recovery and professional development journey.
04
Evaluation Report
Final assessment documenting project outcomes, participant feedback, lessons learnt, and recommendations for implementing biophilic approaches in adult education supporting women's workforce reintegration. Format: PDF Evaluation Report
"Download links are tracked with external analytics tools to meet Erasmus+ reporting requirements whilst maintaining user privacy".
Our Partnership
NatureHeal brings together three experienced organisations from across Europe, each contributing unique expertise in adult education, community support, and women’s empowerment. Together, we create a strong collaborative foundation for delivering meaningful impact.
NAYAD – Spain
Project coordination: Leading project management, quality assurance, and overall coordination. NAYAD brings extensive experience in adult education innovation and European project delivery.
NOVA VISIO – Türkiye
Training & Development Partner: Expertise in creative learning approaches and community- based education. Creative Station leads training programme development and educator capacity building.
Creative Station – Serbia
Community Engagement Partner: Deep knowledge of supporting vulnerable groups and facilitating inclusive learning. Nova Vizyon coordinates local piloting activities and community outreach.
Impact & Vision
Creating Lasting Change
NatureHeal’s impact extends beyond individual participants to influence adult education practices, organisational approaches, and policy perspectives across Europe. By demonstrating the effectiveness of biophilic learning for supporting women’s recovery and workforce reintegration, we contribute to broader conversations about inclusive, trauma-informed adult education.
Our vision is a European landscape where nature-connected learning is recognised as a valuable approach for supporting vulnerable groups, where educators have access to practical tools and training, and where women recovering from cancer find pathways back to work that honour their experiences and support their wellbeing.
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Partner Countries
Collaborating across Spain, Serbia, and Türkiye
Women Supported
Direct participants in local piloting workshops
Educators Trained
Professionals equipped with biophilic learning approaches
Project Duration
Months of collaborative development and delivery
Get in Touch
Contact NatureHeal
We welcome enquiries from women interested in participating, educators seeking information about our training, organisations interested in implementing biophilic approaches, and potential collaborators.
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Follow Our Journey:
Facebook: @NatureHealProject
LinkedIn: NatureHeal Erasmus+
Instagram: @natureheal.eu
«Every journey back to work begins with a single step. We’re here to walk beside you, supported by nature’s gentle wisdom.»
NatureHeal (KA210-ADU) is funded by the European Union under the Erasmus+ Programme. This website and its contents reflect the views only of the project partners, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
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