IRISH, THE INVISIBLE ETHNICITY
HEALTH IMPLICATIONS FOR AN OVERLOOKED MINORITY IN BRITIAN
An MSc in Psychology Research Project For science but most importantly for YOU!
What is the project about?
This study aims to investigate the impact that multiple discriminations and difficult childhood experiences have on Irish migrants wellbeing. Ultimately, its intention is to highlight the necessity for culturally sensitive support for those whose needs are overlooked.
Why is this research important? ï‚·
Irish people have some of the poorest physical and mental health in Britain. Despite much call for change, our needs are rarely taken into account when providing medical care. We have become invisible because our health statistics are combined with those of white British, whom have the best health. This obscures the continued marginalisation of Britain’s largest minority.
Invitation to participate Irish people living in Britain (1st, 2nd & 3rd generation*), over the age of 18, are invited to take part in this study. Taking part is completely voluntary. If anything is unclear or you would like more information please ask.
What will it involve? ï‚·
A questionnaire that will ask about your childhood & different types of discrimination (unjust treatment). It can be carried out online here. You can request paper copies from: irishinequalityresearch@gmail.com or you can look out for public information sessions & talks on our Facebook page. Some of the questions are very sensitive, an example is displayed on the opening page of the weblink. At any point feel free to skip a question and move onto the next & of course you are free at any time to exit altogether. It is completely voluntary. Links for support & more info are provided below. ï‚·
The whole survey should take no more than 15 minutes, depending on how much you would like to share in the more open ended questions.
Will my data be kept confidential?
Yes, strict ethical and legal guidance will be used to ensure all your information is secure and complete anonymity is kept via a code decided by you and only known to yourself. This code can be used in future should you decide to withdraw your data. Please note, the deadline for data withdrawal is the 1st of August 2016 and you need only email me at: irishinequalityresearch@gmail.com to do so.
WHERE TO FIND SUPPORT IF REQUIRED: Taking part in this study is not expected to cause any discomfort or distress, but you can access advice or support at the following:
For urgent support contact:
•The Samaritans – 0845 790 90 90 Dial 999
•Your local GP or Accident and Emergency department
Non–urgent support:
•ICAP Immigrant Counselling and Psychotherapy – a culturally sensitive service www.icap.org.uk, Tel: 020 7272 7906 or 0121 666 7707
•Stand against Racism and Inequality – http://www.sariweb.org.uk/ Tel: 0117 942 0060
•CONNECT, a telephone counselling service for Irish survivors of abuse. Their number from the UK is 00 800 477 477 77
Investigator: Stephanie Dwyer Leeds Beckett University
E: irishinequalityresearch@gmail.com
Project supervisor: Dr. Glen Jankowski Leeds Beckett University
E: g.jankowski@leedsbeckett.ac.uk
Independent contact: Dr. Andrew Wilson Leeds Beckett University
E: a.wilson@leedsbeckett.ac.uk Tel: 01138125581
* Irish in Britain, refers to anyone who was born in Ireland and has emigrated to Britain, those living in Britain born to one or more Irish parents (2nd generation), their children (3rd generation) or anyone who identifies