We are delighted to share the launch of Poverty in the UK: The Lived Experience, a powerful book co-edited by Mel Hughes, Debbie James and Carrie-Anne Mizen.
What makes this book so special is that it is written entirely by people with lived experience. Through personal stories, it explores issues such as housing, mental health, education and institutional barriers, while connecting these experiences to social policy and encouraging meaningful reflection.
This is more than a textbook, it’s an opportunity to listen, learn, and better understand the realities faced by many people across the UK.
You can get 20% off of a copy using code 26AFLY1 at checkout.











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