Church funds deprivation research project in Cornwall
Seeking Cornish Locals For Study On Deprivation
Picture taken from Diocese of Truro
The Diocese of Truro reported that Cornwall was placed 83rd out of 317 local authority areas for general poverty levels in 2019.
Residents from six rural areas in Cornwall that are considered to be lacking resources have been asked to participate in a research project to talk about their experiences.
The Diocese of Truro announced that it had provided funding for a research study that looks into the government's official way of measuring poverty in England and whether it accurately reflects the situation for those living in Cornwall.
It was mentioned that six schools in those communities would also be investigated to learn more about their lack of educational opportunities and the difficulties they encounter in obtaining resources.
The six regions include St Blazey West, St Day, St Buryan and Sennen, Bodmin St Mary’s Ward, St Dennis South, Looe North and St Mary.
The church administration mentioned that they have been having difficulty finding people to take part in their activities. They are inviting anyone over the age of 18 who lives in the nearby communities to reach out and join.
The blog mentioned that the completed report will be shared with policymakers at both the local and national levels. This is expected to help improve the resources available in rural areas.
The research conducted in Cornwall, known as Rurality Matters, aims to illustrate what it's really like to live in the rural areas of Cornwall.
The study, being conducted by Plymouth Marjon University in Cornwall, aims to provide information that could lead to better ways for the government to understand and address poverty in rural areas.
Joel Dougan-Davies, the social responsibility officer for the diocese, noted that numerous individuals in the Cornwall area are facing significant challenges and hardships.
The countryside in Cornwall is filled with stunning beauty, yet it is marred by widespread poverty in various regions.
The diocese's main goal is to bring positivity to those who are facing difficulties and challenges.
This vision is displayed in various ways, including providing debt counseling and organizing afterschool programs. However, the ultimate goal of this project is to advocate for social equality and change.
Professor Tanya Ovenden-Hope from Plymouth Marjon University in Cornwall is heading up a study that will provide valuable information about what it's like to live in rural areas of Cornwall.
She stated that the perspectives of rural communities in Cornwall are important, but often not fully grasped by those making decisions.
We will explore the day-to-day lives of individuals residing in six of the most underprivileged communities in Cornwall.
We will make sure to listen to their stories and understand what it's like to be a member of their community.
