The interconnection of race and ethnicity with other protected characteristics and structural inequalities, are significant factors in accounting for widely varying levels of engagement with the countryside. In short, rural space in the UK is predominantly white. As a consequence of this disconnection, Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities are in turn rendered invisible and rarely encouraged to reflect and represent their stories and histories on their relationship with nature and biodiversity.

With lead involvement of Dadima’s C.I.C and CU, this case study will use various methods to explore and instigate opportunities for stimulating meaningful engagements with nature and the outdoors (especially in rural locations) by Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities, including through an intergenerational lens.