A curated collection of original research, peer‑reviewed publications, and applied reports in public health, sociology, sport, and recreation.
2025
- Type
Thesis (Original Research)
- Published
AUT Tuwhera Open Access Repository - Location
Research conducted in Australia
Exploring Contexts and Experiences of Sport, Physical Activity, and Sedentary Behaviour Among Asian Indian Migrants in Australia: Bridging Research and Policy
Keywords: contexts; culture, pre-post migration; wider determinants; cultural adapted questionnaire; mixed-methodology; policy analysis
2023
- Type
Original Research (Peer‑Reviewed Journal Article)
- Published
Journal of Physical Activity and Health - Location
Australia
Qualitative Insights on the Importance of Sociocultural Contexts on Asian Indian Migrant Participation in Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior
DOI: 10.1123/jpah.2022-0656
Keywords: contexts; culture, health promotion; migration; social determinants
2021
- Type
Original Research
- Published BMC Public Health
- Location
Australia
A Qualitative Exploration of Perspectives of Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour Among Indian Migrants in Melbourne, Australia: How Are They Defined and What Can We Learn?
This paper describes how physical activity and sedentary behaviours are defined, and how cultural background and migration shape these definitions
doi.org/10.1186/s12889-021-12099-4
Keywords: migrants, perspectives, holistic, qualitative
2021
- Type
Research Report
- Organization
Sport New Zealand - Audience: Policymakers, Health-promotion practitioners, Advocates
- Target Population: Indian – Adults, Children, and Families.
- Location
New Zealand
A Report for New Zealand’s Indian Immigrant Participation in Sport and Physical Activity, Auckland.
2021
- Type
Research Article / Commentary
- Keywords
Brain-body, Plasticity, Health.
Dissecting the Mind Through Dance: A Holistic Exploration of Movement and Mental States
Insights: This conceptual piece delves into how dance and rhythm can facilitate cognitive and emotional expression beyond verbal communication. It explores the mind-body connection, suggesting that movement can unlock thoughts and emotions that words alone may not convey.
2017
- Type
Thesis
- Published
Auckland University of Technology - Location
New Zealand
When Culture Speaks: Indian Immigrant Participation in Sport and Physical Activity
The first research study investigating the participation experiences of Asian Indian immigrants in sport and physical activity in New Zealand. Unpacking neighbourhoods, multiculturalism, and evolving social mindset and beliefs as key influences in New Zealand.
Keywords: neighbourhoods, multiculturalism, sociocultural determinants, family, qualitative, insider-research
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