Field Reports

Across our ongoing work in Leicester, Birmingham, Nottingham, York, and Manchester, a clear emotional pattern has emerged. People describe living with exhaustion, stress, identity pressure, and long-standing emotional discomfort that remains largely unseen. For many, the challenge is not the absence of symptoms—it is the absence of emotionally safe spaces that understand the intersection of…

This field reflection explores the emotional, cultural, and psychological consequences of Leicester City Council’s proposed asset transfer. Ethnographic Field Reflection offers a sobering look at lived realities, inclusion, and mental well-being. Drawing from community voices, it uncovers the silent grief and resilience often overlooked in formal consultations. By centring lived experience, this account calls for policy grounded in empathy, cultural safety, and co-created solutions.