In My Shoes reflects on being unemployed, being homeless and being made to feel like a second-class citizen.
Contributors
In My Shoes is the name for both this blog and its founding author. Homeless, unemployed and in his 40s, he wants to bring these experiences to a wider audience.
Ready Ready is well educated with years of experience in the workplace. After four years of unemployment he's ready to move on, but how?
Pen to Paper, 22, is young, bright, and yet still struggling with long-term unemployment. He aims to explain what that's like.
Way of Life, is nearly 18 and studying Business Studies three days a week at college. He would love to be working and contributing to the family income.
Not the Doctor, has an interest in health issues, particularly mental health. Having been out of work for nine months she is looking for work in communications and currently volunteers for a local mental health newsletter.
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