Impact
We work with communities all over the UK to help improve people’s lives and shape a fairer future.
Position papers
Digital solutions: tech-powered responses to 21st century crises
This paper explores the potential to develop digital civic infrastructure to support our national growth and drive levelling up.
Response to the Levelling Up White Paper
Our report addresses the ‘missions’ of the government’s Levelling Up White Paper and proposes action to work ‘radically differently’ by involving local people and communities to drive meaningful change.
Reports and research
Introducing the Community Power Act
This proposal, supported by The Young Foundation, outlines new laws aim that could fundamentally change where power lies in this country.
Kickstart reports – sprint two
A report designed and created by young people on the Kickstart scheme, exploring experiences of financial literacy.
London Civic Strength Index
Co-designed and co-created with Londoners, the Civic Strength Index helps boroughs and organisations across the capital consider the strengths of their communities and how build on them.
Far to go: diversity and inclusion in social research
The first comprehensive survey of the views and experiences of UK social researchers on issues of diversity and inclusion within the sector.
Kickstart reports – sprint one
Reports designed and created by young people on the Kickstart scheme, exploring experiences of employment among LGBTQ+ young people, and those with ADHD.