Evidence for a thriving society
We are a research institute with people at our heart, exploring what works for UK communities
We influence societal change, bridging the gaps between communities, evidence, and policymaking.
‘Health equality has been de-prioritised for decades’
Emily Morrison highlights the ‘triple injustice’ in knowledge and evidence, gender identity, and social policy that perpetuates health inequity.
‘Our transition to net zero must be government-led and people-powered’
To achieve the UK’s net zero goals, we need a united department at the heart of Westminster, says Emily Morrison
Call for evidence launches to inform policy for youth engagement
Our Civic Journey programme announces a call for evidence to help shape policy recommendations to support young people to develop as active and empowered citizens.
‘A human-centred approach in an uncertain world’
Young people need ‘pragmatic and solution-orientated design-thinking’ as they develop skills, knowledge and behaviour on their Civic Journeys, says Professor Matt Flinders
Building resilient communities and tackling geographic inequalities
Our collaborative research – delivered with the British Academy, Power to Change, and the Bennett Institute for Public Policy – explores the role and importance of ‘social infrastructure’.