IN-MIND (International Conference on Multidisciplinary Innovation in Psychology) Master's Program in Psychology, Universitas Negeri Surabaya (UNESA) 2025

Theme

Play, Joy, and Well-Being: Rethinking Exercise through Health Psychology

Background

Mental and physical health are two pivotal aspects that are interrelated in shaping the quality of human life. In recent decades, approaches to health, particularly in the domain of health psychology, have increasingly emphasized the importance of pleasurable experiences, such as play and joy, as integral to physical activity and overall well-being.

The notion of sport and physical activity has evolved from a mere form of physical exercise to a multifaceted psychosocial practice that can contribute to holistic well-being. This perspective facilitates interdisciplinary discourse among fields such as psychology, education, public health, recreation, and even the arts. Consequently, it fosters the development of innovative, humanistic, and enjoyable approaches to health.

With this in mind, the Master of Psychology Program at Surabaya State University (UNESA) organized IN-MIND: International Conference on Multidisciplinary Innovation in Psychology with the theme "Play, Joy, and Well-Being: Rethinking Exercise through Health Psychology."

The conference will function as a forum for scientific collaboration and the exchange of ideas related to the study and development of various multidisciplinary innovations concerning physical activity, play, and health psychology.

Activity Objectives

General Objective:

Promote the integration of health psychology, physical activity, and play-based approaches to well-being.

Specific Objectives:

1. Provide a platform for cross-disciplinary exchange of knowledge and research results related to play, enjoyment, and health.

2. Encourage collaboration between academics, practitioners, and policymakers in designing joy and play-based programs to improve well-being.

3. Examine the role of psychology in developing fun activity-based interventions as preventive and promotive efforts in the health sector.

Scopes

1. Educational Psychology, Instructional, and Evaluation in Community

2. Mental Health, Positive Psychology, Cyberpsychology, Environmental and Digital Well Being

3. Talent and Organizational Agility

4. Family, Life-span, Adaptive, Mentorship and Empowerment

5. Sport Psychology, Individual Differences, Cognitive, and Exercise Research

Timeline of Activities

The conference will be held online via Zoom, the link will be informed further. The timeline of activities is as follows:

Targeted Participants

1. Students and lecturers from various universities

2. Researchers in psychology, health, education, and recreation

3. Health and fitness practitioner

4. Professionals in play therapy, occupational therapy, and sport psychology

5. Policy makers and community activists

6. General audiences with an interest in health and wellness themes

Invited Speakers

1. Dr. Miftakhul Jannah, S.Psi., M.Si., Psikolog

Faculty of Psychology, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia

2. Fitri Kusumasari, S.Psi., M.K.M.

Faculty of Health Sciences, Universidade Dili, Timor Leste

Output of the Activity

1. Abstract conference book

2. All submitted articles will be published in journals that affiliated with Faculty of Psychology, Universitas Negeri Surabaya

Payment and Charge

BTN Virtual Account: 94220-023-066-10-0002 (Payment FPsi Unesa)

Organizer

The conference held by the Master's Program in Psychology, Universitas Negeri Surabaya (UNESA), Lidah Wetan Campus, Integrated Sports Psychology Building.

Guidelines & Submission

1. Article Template: https://unesa.me/TemplateInMind

2. Conference Submission: https://unesa.me/INMIND 

Call Center

Lely Nur Azizah (+62 851-5519-9589)

NB:

Time schedule based on Indonesian time (GMT+7)