Accessing Greenspace: Barriers and Solutions in a Deprived area

The purpose of this research is to gain a greater understanding of current levels of nature connectedness and barriers to accessing local greenspace within the deprived area of Workington, England.

Research Aims
The aim of this piece of research would be to work closely with local organisations and community groups to assess existing levels of nature connection and access to local greenspace, with a focus especially on young people, those in the older demographic and people experiencing mental health issues and physical conditions which limit ability to access nature.

Using the principles of nature connectiveness and collaborative co-production, the research would investigate barriers and solutions to increasing connectivity with nature at a local level. The resulting research would put forward solutions for tackling local barriers and proposals for activities that would inspire and engage people to connect in a meaningful and relevant way with nature.

Faculty Supervisor:

Rob Moir

Student:

Partner:

University of Cumbria

Discipline:

Earth science

Sector:

Sustainability & the Environment; Education

University:

University of New Brunswick

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