IE Research
At Intergenerational England, we are committed to advancing knowledge and understanding of intergenerational dynamics through innovative research. Our research initiatives aim to inform policies, influence practices, and foster evidence-based solutions that strengthen connections across generations.
We focus on investigating the complex interplay between age groups, working to better understand unique insights that can guide our efforts in promoting social cohesion, improving health outcomes, and enhancing community resilience. Our research serves as a foundation for innovative strategies that empower individuals and communities to embrace intergenerational collaboration.
Join us in exploring the transformative potential of intergenerational research to build a more inclusive and supportive society.
Age Segregation In England
Demographic changes are inevitable, much like climate change, and require urgent and innovative solutions.
The current discourse surrounding generational issues encompasses politics, the housing crisis, workplace productivity, and healthcare. The growing segregation of age groups results in disparities across communities, affecting numerous aspects of life.
Inspired by the pioneering work of Intergenerational Music Making (IMM), Intergenerational England will drive more intergenerational activity and help bridge the age gap to tackle our health and headlines:
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Half of the UK’s adult population have experienced loneliness
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Loneliness may be as dangerous to our health as smoking
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More than 1 million children need treatment for serious mental health problems
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Ageing population amongst the top three contributions to the pressures on the NHS
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1.9 million job vacancies and 36% of 50–69-year-olds experiencing age discrimination
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Housing Britain’s rapidly expanding ageing population is an unmet challenge
The complexity and scale of these problem are significant and multifaceted and therefore, require a solution that is inclusive and encompassing of people, places and systems in their entirety.
The vision is to provide the foundation that enables everyone, whatever their circumstances, to benefit from intergenerational experiences.
Global intergenerational Week REsearch
Join us in exploring the transformative potential of intergenerational research to build a more inclusive and supportive society. The new research conducted by YouGov for Intergenerational England during Global Intergenerational Week 2024, revealed the below:
47% of UK adults find themselves in contact with 'different generation' people (i.e. face to face) at work.
81% of UK adults agree with the statement "Mixing with people of different age groups/ generations can reduce feelings of loneliness"
76% of UK adults agree with the statement "Mixing with people of different age groups/ generations can improve our general health and wellbeing"
83% of UK adults agree with the statement "Mixing with people of different age groups/ generations can reduce age-based stereotypes"
86% of UK adults agree with the statement "Mixing with people of different age groups/ generations can generate mutual respect between generations"
76% of UK adults agree with the statement "Mixing with people of different age groups/ generations can improve our mental health"
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