The challenges of citizen engagement: Lessons from Transforming Neighbourhoods

All change, please, all change?

Last week’s election results mark a big step towards ‘political pluralism’, says our CEO Dr Sue Griffiths, as she asks whether our democratic infrastructure is fit for the future.

‘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.

Making space for community engagement

This report shares lessons and case studies from the Undisciplined Spaces project, working with King’s College London to support postgraduate community engagement.

‘Stop asking communities what they think – and start sharing power in policymaking’

Senior Research Manager Tania Carregha says participatory policymaking could help us rebuild trust and shape a happier, fairer future for UK communities

‘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

Student community engagement: meaningful impact for people and places

10 June 2026
12:00pm – 1:00pm

Join our panel debate to discuss how universities can ensure student-community engagement is meaningful and impactful.

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?

How can the UK adapt to multi-party politics? Lessons from Gorton and Denton 

The Gorton and Denton by-election signals a shift towards multi-party politics in the UK. What does this mean for communities, democracy, and local government?