We tackle the issues people tell us they care about. Involving communities in research, and delivering programmes to shape a stronger, fairer society.
Report preview: Family and community vulnerabilities in the transition to net zero
12 October 2023
10:45am – 4:20pm
Join our day of net zero events, launching new research into family and community vulnerabilities in a just transition. Morning sessions focus on national policy, with the afternoon focused on regional policy.
Hive Minds: sharing experiences of ‘citizen science’ and community research
16 October 2023
10:00am – 12:00pm
This webinar launches the Institute for Community Studies and UKRI’s discussion series to explore community participation in research across disciplines.
Ambitious programme supports young people to tackle youth violence
A five-year extension of the Peer Action Collective (PAC) programme, announced today, will drive youth participation to address youth violence and its causes.
‘The link between race and wealth is difficult to dismantle’
Dr Alessandra Radicati, Amelia Clayton and Sophie De Groot highlight a widening racial wealth divide across London through the cost-of-living crisis.
New report ‘demands far greater integration of employment and skills services’ in London
The No Wrong Door report, commissioned by the Mayor of London, explores skills and employment services across the capital.
London Mayor announces a £750k fund as our report uncovers “shocking evidence of exploitation”
Our new report, Rights and risks, uncovers shocking abuse of vulnerable Londoners.
‘Communities must be at the heart of a people-powered transition to net zero’
The independent review calls for widespread participation in low-carbon living – yet government policy hasn’t changed, says Samanthi Theminimulle.
'Investment in prevention works'
Watch our Chair, Kersten England CBE, discussing the impact of the cost of living crisis on our communities.
Driving greater participation in research
“Citizen science brings insights from traditionally ‘less heard’ voices, highlighting questions that are meaningful to people in diverse communities.”
Explore our Citizen Science hub