Making space for community engagement

Can the government’s Social Cohesion Action Plan mend our fraying social fabric?

Isabella Pereira and Dr Sue Griffiths say the government’s new plan can only deliver if it addresses inequalities in UK communities

‘Britain’s political volatility reflects the erosion of connection’

Ahead of this week’s local and devolved elections, Dr Jack Layton, asks what voting predictions say about the desire for community cohesion.

Community participation in evidence-informed policymaking

This paper shares The Young Foundation’s learnings about the current and potential role of community participation in policymaking and evidence co-production.

‘Shifting power to communities is complex, nuanced – and hugely valuable’

Senior Researcher Lily Owens-Crossman, shares some principles underpinning good community governance.

Civic climate education: preparing places for a greener future

17 June 2026
10:00am – 11:30am

Join our panel debate to discuss how to equip people of all ages to shape a greener future

AI in the charity sector: ‘How organisations can be both people-powered and tech-enabled’

AI is transforming the charity sector. How can organisations use technology effectively while keeping people and communities at the centre?

Creating truly inclusive communities

A transformative approach to inclusive communities across the WMCA region, uniting residents, local authorities, VCFSE organisations, businesses and policymakers to improve quality of life.

‘Violence against women and girls is preventable. We need to listen to survivors, build a coalition – and act now’

On International Women’s Day, our CEO, Dr Sue Griffiths, stresses the need to centre lived experience to prevent gender-based violence – and the evidence that shows change is possible