Get Involved

If you’re as passionate about supporting the mental health and well-being of farmers and rural communities as we are, there are many ways to get involved!

Be a Research Assistant

Join our team as a student research assistant and gain hands-on experience in agricultural and rural mental health research. Work on projects that make a real impact while developing valuable skills in data collection, analysis, and community engagement.

Support Our Cause

Are you passionate about supporting farmers and rural communities? Contact Debbie McIntosh in our Advancement Office at Augustana to discuss ways you would like to support the work we do.

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Host a Workshop or Take Training

We offer several workshops and training programs for the farming community and mental health professionals. Learn strategies to support mental wellness, manage stress, and build resilience in agriculture.

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Partner With Us

Have an idea for a research project or initiative related to farmer or rural mental health? We welcome collaborations with rural leaders, agricultural groups, healthcare organizations, and community groups to explore new insights and develop meaningful resources.

Share Your Story

Your experiences matter. By sharing your story, you help raise awareness about the challenges and successes in rural mental health and inspire meaningful change in agricultural communities. Consider participating in one of our studies to have your voice included.

Connect with Us

For more information about our initiative or to connect with us, please contact:

Rebecca Purc-Stephenson, PhD

Professor (Psychology), Dept of Social Sciences

Research Fellow, Alberta Centre for Sustainable Rural Communities

Phone: 780-679-1664

Email: rebecca@agwellab.ca

For mental health resources in Alberta

The National Farmer Crisis Line (1-866-FARMS01)

Offers free, immediate, and ag-informed crisis support for farmers, farm families, and agricultural workers across Canada.

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