🚨Just out, our study of ‘Gig Buddies’, befriending scheme for people with intellectual disabilities JARID
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Fiona Brand the lead researcher interviewed 13 Gig Buddies in UK + Australia. Befriending 'Gig Buddies' style (matching is on basis of shared music + social interests) reduced isolation, facilitated belonging, improved access to mainstream activities + fostered independence.

We're just starting a more in-depth evaluation of Gig Buddies, this one co-produced thanks to securing funding. Enjoyed interviewing for our Res Asst w Stay Up Late yesterday.

Stay Up Late Excited to research #GigBuddies with Stay Up Late whose values + vision of a fun 'ordinary' life is close to our own Katrina Scior