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Everybody needs good neighbours, especially right now

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This week, we’re all being asked to take a little time out to be kind; kindness is the key ingredient for marking Mental Health Awareness Week.

Lecturer in Criminology Dr Julia Downes considers the difference neighbourhood groups called mutual aid groups are doing and could do, to help support those who might need a little more kindness in life and who are facing more interpersonal and state violence in the pandemic.

 

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