"The Cost of Dying" display
Explore the lived experiences of death and dying on the margins through "The Cost of Dying," a display of images and stories documenting the lives of people with terminal illnesses.
Captured by award-winning photographer Margaret Mitchell and the participants themselves, these images provide a poignant look into the realities of dying at home while facing financial hardship in Scotland.
The display includes 'photovoice' images created by individuals with lived experiences of serious illness and economic struggle, depicting people, objects, and places that hold significant meaning in their end-of-life journeys. These photos offer an intimate view of the day-to-day challenges of living with terminal illness.
This exhibition is part of , a groundbreaking 4-year research project led by Dr Naomi Richards, supported by Marie Curie, and funded by the UKRI Economic and Social Research Council. It is the first UK study to use visual methods to explore home dying experiences for those struggling financially. The project aims to spark public dialogue on improving end-of-life care for those affected by poverty and structural disadvantage.
"The Cost of Dying" will be displayed alongside the Intellectual Forums series of public events on Death and Dying, running from 17 October through 20 November. The exhibition is free and open to the public daily from 9.00am through 7.30pm.
No tickets are required to visit the display.
Display opening reception - 17 October
The opening of the display will be marked by a drinks reception following the first event of the "Death and Dying" series, "Dying at the margins: Inequalities of access to end-of-life care". After the conclusion of the panel event, Dr Richards will give a short introduction to "The Cost of Dying". The IF would then be delighted to welcome all event attendees to a drinks reception from 7.00pm - 8.00pm to view the display in West Court.
"'It comes to us all': Death and dying" series
This event is part of an ongoing series on Death and Dying taking place at the Intellectual Forum in October and November. Find out more about the series.
