Blog
Telling the whole story: why we must be open about the complexities of citizen science research
31 October 2022 | Authors: Helena Hollis,
Dr Helena Hollis says support structures can be developed to build participatory research capacities for the future.
‘In our quest for environmental sustainability, social responsibility is key’
19 October 2022 | Authors: Helen Goulden,
Previewing our upcoming report, Helen Goulden looks for the ‘S’ in ESG – and asks if political and economic turbulence could knock it into the long grass?
‘Perceptions of “good” have shifted – and insights are stronger for it’
5 October 2022 | Authors: Zoe Dibb,
Peer research can meaningfully involve communities in generating evidence – but Zoe Dibb says more must be done to evaluate quality and effectiveness.
‘Change starts with people like me’
23 September 2022
Mark Pepper is driving climate action at Ambition Lawrence Weston, a housing estate on the outskirts of Bristol.
‘Communities can power a fair transition’
23 September 2022 | Authors: Helen Goulden,
Helen Goulden and Tim Davies-Pugh, say a fairer, greener future is not only possible, but advantageous for UK plc.
‘If the research sector is to truly reflect our diverse communities, we need new forms of partnerships’
20 July 2022 | Authors: Emily Morrison,
Tom Saunders and Emily Morrison stress the need for more equitable and sustainable models of community engagement in research
Here comes the community!
13 June 2022
Today, local leaders from around the UK descend on Parliament to call for a Community Power Act. Our CEO Helen Goulden welcomes engagement with communities that increases both equality and equity.
The rise and rise of participatory research
24 May 2022
Our CEO reflects on the knowledge shared at our recent Hive conference – and makes the case for peer research as an approach that is ripe for these times…
‘Fat people face discrimination that affects them for the rest of their lives’
15 May 2022
New research from Kickstart peer research trainees uncovers prejudice and discrimination and explores its impact.
‘Putting young people in the driving seat of research can steer better youth support’
28 March 2022 | Authors: Helen Goulden,
Helen Goulden shares a new report, and celebrates greater participation of young people in the research sector.
‘Greater diversity among councillors matters. Here’s why.’
22 March 2022 | Authors: Victoria Boelman,
Victoria Boelman asks what we can all do to increase the diversity of people putting themselves forward for local elections.
‘More must be done to confront online racism’
18 February 2022
Research led and directed by peer researchers on the Kickstart scheme explores the role social media plays in amplifying discrimination, hate and abuse.