Researchers at Griffith University are recruiting South Asian mothers and fathers in Queensland for a study examining physical activity among women with young children and the role of family support.
The research is being led by Pavitra Rajesh as part of a PhD project focused on “supporting physical activity among South Asian mothers of children aged 5 years or younger in Queensland”. It aims to understand mothers’ activity levels, their knowledge of physical activity, and how support from husbands may influence participation.
Participants are being invited to complete two separate anonymous online surveys, one for mothers and one for fathers. Both surveys are open to South Asian parents with at least one child aged five years or younger.
Each survey is expected to take 15 to 20 minutes to complete. Participants will be entered into a prize draw, with a chance to win one of five $50 gift cards available for each survey.
The study is designed to inform the development of a culturally responsive program that supports physical activity among South Asian mothers. Researchers say the findings will contribute to improving overall wellbeing within the community.
The project has received approval under a Human Research Ethics Committee reference 2025/877.
Researchers are encouraging community organisations and media platforms to share the survey links to help reach eligible participants across Queensland.
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