Health engagement to avoid interpersonal violent injury in young Londoners (HEAL)

PROJECT STATUS: Ongoing
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START DATE AND DURATION: September 2021
Summary

This research aims to develop a comprehensive picture of young Londoners' experiences with violent knife injury and serious youth violence through qualitative research methods to inform and guide effective public health interventions.

It will be conducting fieldwork in East London with young people (13-19 years old), key workers, and health professionals to gain insight into perceptions of current interventions to reduce youth knife violence, and experiences of health services. 

Partners & Collaborators

Queen Mary University of London (QMUL)

Lead Investigator
Heather McMullen (QMUL)
Investigating Team
Hannah Cottrell (QMUL)
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