Journaling the cost-of-living crisis : stories from Scotland

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Cloughton, Beth and Robertson, Laura and McHardy, Fiona (2026) Journaling the cost-of-living crisis : stories from Scotland. Journal of Creative Research Methods. ISSN 3050-2969 (https://doi.org/10.1332/30502969Y2026D000000027)

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Abstract

This article reflects on the utility of co-design diary methods facilitated by collaborating third sector organisations with women living in poverty during the cost-of-living crisis in Scotland. The article argues that research underpinned by a feminist ethics of care, and expressed via co-design diary methods can challenge latent power dynamics in research, provide meaningful outlets for marginalised experiences, as well as fostering cross-positional solidarities. Critical reflections and learning are discussed, including the relative merits and challenges of co-design diary methods.

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Cloughton, Beth, Robertson, Laura and McHardy, Fiona ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3688-8200;
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