My name is Njoud Al-Hurr, and I am a fourth-year PhD student at UCL in the Centre for Transport Studies. I am doing research on how sandwich carers travel, their needs, what types of challenges they face in transport, and how this affects their well-being and quality of life.

As you know, sandwich carers are a significant group facing numerous challenges. Various caregiver groups, including adults with children, single parents, and females, have been extensively studied in transport research. These studies underscore each group's unique challenges, influencing policymakers' decisions. However, the needs and challenges of sandwich carers still need to be explored in transport planning and decision-making processes; therefore, they are unconsidered. My research aims to bridge this gap by identifying interventions to enhance transport for sandwich carers, improving their overall quality of life. We can contribute to a more inclusive transport system that benefits sandwich carers and society by addressing these specific needs. 

I am particularly interested in collaborating with your organisation due to its commitment to supporting carers in the UK. I am recruiting sandwich carers for interviews. Specifically, I plan to recruit 32 full-time adult sandwich carers. If you are interested in taking part in this research please contact me on njoud.hurr.20@ucl.ac.uk