Foundation Chief Investigators

Our Foundation Chief Investigators are experienced leaders in fields that include workforce wellbeing, clinical psychology and social work, health economics, digital technologies and health, and health promotion. They are actively engaged in mental health research and training, and share a vision for discovery and partnerships that contribute to a healthy and prosperous rural and regional Australia. Beneath the canopy of the Manna Institute, our Foundation Chief Investigators are committed to dynamic, responsive, productive and sustainable collaboration.

Meet the Team

  • Professor Myf Maple

    Manna Foundation Chief Investigator, University of New England

  • Professor Sonja March

    Manna Foundation Chief Investigator, University of Southern Queensland

  • Professor Chris Doran

    Manna Foundation Chief Investigator, Central Queensland University

  • Professor Christian Swann

    Manna Foundation Chief Investigator, Southern Cross University

  • Professor Dixie Statham

    Manna University Lead, Federation University

  • Professor Russell Roberts

    Manna Foundation Chief Investigator, Charles Sturt University (2021 - March 2024)

  • Dr Mia Schaumberg

    Manna Foundation Chief Investigator, University of the Sunshine Coast

  • Associate Professor Belinda Cash

    Manna Foundation Chief Investigator, Charles Sturt University (March 2024 - Present)

 

Who we are

The Manna Institute is a virtual institute of leading researchers working with industry and community partners to improve mental health and wellbeing in rural, regional and remote Australia.