This week, we are thrilled to announce a powerful partnership between Mind Over Mountains and RED Together for the upcoming January 2025 campaign, a collaboration poised to make a meaningful impact on mental health and wellbeing across the UK. This partnership brings together two organisations with a shared vision of empowering people to harness the benefits of physical activity, community, and nature to support their mental health.
With RED (Rise Every Day) January’s month-long movement challenge empowering people to move and be active to boost their mood in January, and Mind Over Mountains’ focus on mental health and nature-based resilience, this collaboration offers an integrated approach that has the potential to reach people more effectively and deeply than ever before.
Why This Partnership is So Important
We're so excited about our partnership with RED Together! So let's delve into exactly why it's so important.
Merging Physical and Mental Health Initiatives
RED January has a proven track record of motivating individuals to embrace physical activity at a time of year that can be challenging for us all, with evidence of lower activity levels, mood and energy. By encouraging people to rise every day throughout January, RED January helps participants harness the positive effects of regular movement on mental wellbeing. And Mind Over Mountains adds a unique perspective, with our focus on combining physical activity with time outdoors, using the power of nature to foster resilience, mindfulness, and self-connection.
Together, these organisations create a comprehensive approach to mental health support - one that acknowledges the therapeutic benefits of both movement and the natural world. This holistic framework offers participants not just a physical challenge but an experience rooted in mental renewal and self-discovery.
Expanding Community Reach and Support Networks
Community has always been at the heart of both RED Together and Mind Over Mountains. This partnership amplifies each organisation’s reach, uniting diverse communities across the UK and beyond in a shared goal.
By joining forces, RED Together and Mind Over Mountains are creating a movement that inspires a sense of shared purpose. This support network encourages more individuals to take the first step toward mental health support, and it provides ongoing resources that are vital in making positive changes sustainable throughout the year.
RED January participants who choose to join Mind Over Mountains walks and retreats will benefit from group walks in nature, mindfulness practices, and help from professional coaches and counsellors; an extension of the wellbeing journey they have begun.
Enhancing Accessibility to Mental Health Resources
Accessibility is a key focus for both RED Together and Mind Over Mountains, and this partnership will make mental health resources more available to a broader audience. From online tools and communities to outdoor retreats and mindful hiking events, participants will have access to a range of resources designed to accommodate various needs, preferences, and fitness levels.
Together, they create an environment that feels inclusive and approachable for anyone seeking mental health support - whether through simple daily movement, walking, or conversations with peers who understand the journey. For those new to mental health initiatives or physical activity, this partnership removes barriers and makes joining the movement easier.
Building Momentum Beyond January
RED January has always served as a strong start to the year, encouraging participants to make daily movement part of their lifestyle. The partnership between RED Together and Mind Over Mountains will help extend its impact well beyond the month. Mind Over Mountains will offer participants follow-up events, retreats, and community throughout the year, helping individuals maintain momentum as they continue to prioritise mental health and wellbeing.
The Impact of This Partnership: A New Era for Mental Health Support
The Mind Over Mountains and RED Together partnership is more than just a campaign; it’s a testament to the power of collaboration and the belief that mental health support should be accessible, inclusive, and holistic.
As more people face the challenges of isolation, stress, and mental health concerns, partnerships like this serve as a beacon of hope, offering practical tools to help people lead healthier, happier lives.
In uniting movement, mindfulness, and community, this partnership can inspire individuals across the UK to discover new pathways to mental resilience. We believe that by working together, Mind Over Mountains and RED Together can amplify each other’s strengths and reach more people with a message of hope, connection, and empowerment.
Let’s come together this January—and beyond—to support our mental health, one step at a time. Join the movement, embrace the journey, and let’s make 2025 a year where we prioritise wellbeing for ourselves and our communities.
