Independent research - commissioned by a States body investigating the impact of low incomes - shows some claimants are living on 20 per cent less than the official 'poverty threshold.'
But the Social Security Minister says the real answer is getting people off benefits and into employment.
Jersey's Social Security Department may launch a publicity campaign to remind the island's poorest that they may be missing out on benefits to which they're entitled.
Today the minister, Deputy Susie Pinel, and her team were asked if any work had been carried out to assess the scale of 'under-claiming'.
The Scrutiny hearing, looks at the hardship faced by those on low incomes, asked if there should be a specific awareness campaign.
They were told: "It's an idea we could look into but we do put communication out there. But we can look at other avenues, through parish halls etc."
The Social Security team told the panel that charities and groups in Jersey have a named individual they can contact for advice and support at the department: the Income Support Manager.
The weekend event coincides with International Pride Month and the 51st anniversary of the Stonewall riots.
The scheme has been backed by the island's Lieutenant-Governor, and is the first of its kind in the Channel Islands.
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