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Social media is now a major driver of embodied philanthropy because it allows individuals to publicise their involvement through selfies, videos and status updates. Shutterstock

October 22, 2017

Movember, ice buckets, fun runs and ‘dry’ months: why philanthropy of the body is all the rage

Julie Robert, University of Technology Sydney

Physical philanthropy is growing in popularity because it has benefits for the charity and the fundraiser.

Giving up alcohol for a month might help you feel better in the short term, but no-one knows if taking part in these campaigns promotes long-term healthy drinking habits. from www.shutterstock.com

July 3, 2017

Yes, alcohol awareness campaigns like Dry July can work, but not for everyone

Julie Robert, University of Technology Sydney

Many of us might be tempted to give up alcohol for a month as part of a highly publicised campaign, like Dry July. But how successful are these campaigns and how do you measure any long-term benefits?

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