Your Family: Chalk and Cheese?

Do you think you and your partner have different backgrounds? Why?

Did you grow up in a different place?
Were your childhood experiences very different?
Is life in your house like it was when you were growing up?
What is your side of the family like?
Does your background matter?

We are a team of researchers based at the University of Manchester doing research into family life and family background. We are interested in talking about what it is like to live with someone who was brought up in a different way.

What does participation in the project involve?

We would like to interview people from a variety of backgrounds and talk to them about their everyday lives. The interviews will take the form of an informal conversation and last for approximately one hour.

If possible we would like to talk to you and your spouse or partner (either together or separately). Interviews can take place at your home or any place where you feel comfortable. If you decide to become involved, you can withdraw from the project at any time without giving a reason.

What happens to the information from my interview?

Any information you give us will be held securely and real names will not be used in any publications or reports. This project will follow the British Sociological Association’s statement of ethical practice.

The project’s findings will be published in a variety of forms, including reports, articles, books and oral presentations.

Find out more or arrange an interview

If you would like to take part in the project, or if you would like to find out more about it you can fill in the form below and we will call you back or email you.

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