4.5 Lived Experience

Question 1

If people have a good lived experience in an area, what are they likely to do?

Answer 1

ENGAGE IN THE AREA

• volunteer
• vote
• participate in protests and voice their opinions on local matters

Question 2

Which age categories are most likely to engage in an area?

Answer 2

• 35-44 year olds have a high attachment because they have kids and want to make the area safe for their children
• 65+ have high attachment and engagement because they are retired, so have more time to spend in the area and invest this time in making the area better for them

Question 3

Which gender has a higher engagement?

Answer 3

• stereotypically men tend to vote more as women are “less” interested ( shown by a fewer amount of female MPs
• typically women tend to be more involved in the community because they are more likely to not work or work part time so have more time to spend in the local community projects

Question 4

Which communities have a higher engagement?

Answer 4

Ethnic communities have w higher engagement because there is a stronger sense of belonging to an area. And are more likely to vote and protest against prejudice