In 2020, we reported specifically about the effect the COVID-19 pandemic had in relation four areas: Diversity; Health and Wellbeing; Poverty and Disadvantage; Crime and Safety. From the research carried out in 2020 the issues that emerged through various lockdowns were; extended furlough; closures in hospitality, retail and schools; continuing self-isolation and travel restrictions.

This year’s focus is Health and Wellbeing; Poverty and Disadvantage; Work and Education. We have also looked at each area through the lens of Diversity and how different parts of our community are adversely affected to reflect the intersectionality of issues.

Milton Keynes Community Foundation will continue our series of Vital Thinking events in collaboration with our local partners and community groups to address the causes and impacts of these issues.