Promoting Lifelong Learning in Arts and Health

Asuma Mariita Nchaga

Public Administration Kampala International University Uganda

ABSTRACT

This paper examines the intersection of lifelong learning with the arts and health, focusing on how continuous education in these areas’ benefits individuals and society. Lifelong learning in arts and health not only promotes personal development and professional growth but also fosters well-being, emotional resilience, and social connectivity. The arts can be a critical tool in health care, improving mental health outcomes and fostering creativity among practitioners. Despite these benefits, barriers such as funding, time constraints, and lack of resources hinder the integration of arts into health education and practice. These study outlines strategies for overcoming these challenges through innovative pedagogical approaches, digital learning, and policy initiatives. It emphasizes the importance of creating environments that support both formal and informal learning, enabling broader participation in arts-based health interventions. Case studies and best practices illustrate successful models of lifelong learning in arts and health, demonstrating their potential to reduce social exclusion and enhance the quality of care.

Keywords: Lifelong learning, arts in health, creativity, well-being, health education, community arts, professional development.

CITE AS: Asuma Mariita Nchaga (2024). Promoting Lifelong Learning in Arts and Health. RESEARCH INVENTION JOURNAL OF RESEARCH IN EDUCATION 4(3):55-58. https://doi.org/10.59298/RIJRE/2024/435558