Research themes

Explore the key areas of our research.

A Banksy-style image of two children holding hands

Kinship and relatedness

How people live relationships that matter: with families, friends and others.
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Relationalities, friendship and belonging

Connections that count: for good or ill.
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Home and housing

Going beyond the front door.
Couple on a beach with a toddler.

LGBT lives

LGBT - everyday lives, relationships and kinship.
Sketch by Lynne Chapman artist in residence

Real life methodologies

Creative ways of researching everyday lives.

Resources for research

Bright ideas on the practical side of social research, from diaries and sketching to mapping and exhibitions.

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