This research is being carried out by members of the Manchester Urban Ageing Research Group (MUARG) based at the University of Manchester. The group have been involved in a range of 
projects over the past two decades, developing innovative research on the lives of older people living in areas where there is often a mix of low incomes and poor housing.
In 2020, the group carried out a study on the impact of the challenges facing lower income communities in the context of COVID-19. The research found that COVID-19 had the greatest impact on areas characterised by high levels of deprivation, people living alone, and people from African Caribbean and South Asian Communities.
Following on from this work, the research team are now carrying out a study exploring the impact of the cost-of-living crisis on older adults from ethnic minority backgrounds living in Greater Manchester. They are working in partnership with the Manchester BME Network to understand the lives of older people during this period of unprecedented challenge.
The University of Manchester are planning on carrying out some interviews with community organisations about their work. They are looking for people available to be involved, to talk about their experiences of working with older people from ethnic minority backgrounds, and the impact of the cost-of-living crisis is having on their lives.
The interview would last between 30-60 minutes, and with your permission would be audio-recorded. It could take place in-person or online, depending on your availability.
If you are able to take part, email Camilla know some dates/times that would suit you to: [email protected]
The aim of these research is to write a policy report and blog, which will make recommendations for how older ethnic minority could be better supported during the cost-of-living crisis. An academic paper will also be written based on the findings from the interview.
