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Telling the whole story: why we must be open about the complexities of citizen science research

Blog 31 October 2022

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’

Blog 19 October 2022

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? 

Yasmin White

Person 10 October 2022

Yasmin is an experienced mixed methods research manager, with a background in employment, education and social security policy. Previously, Yasmin worked at Learning and Work Institute and Ipsos MORI on a range of projects looking at social change and programme evaluation.

Where next? Civic Journey documentaries

14 November 2022 – 22 November 2022
5:15pm – 7:30pm

Join us at locations around the UK, for screenings of short films made by young people exploring their civic journey.

Quest for the ‘S’ in ESG

24 November 2022
4:30pm – 6:30pm

You are warmly invited to join The Young Foundation online, for an afternoon of inspiration and lively discussion exploring the power of cross-sector partnerships to create real societal value.

Citizen science for policy and practice

20 October 2022
10:00am – 5:30pm

Join us to discuss the impact of participatory research and citizen science on policy and practice.

‘Perceptions of “good” have shifted – and insights are stronger for it’

Blog 5 October 2022

Peer research can meaningfully involve communities in generating evidence – but Zoe Dibb says more must be done to evaluate quality and effectiveness.  

Thames Futures

Impact story 4 October 2022

We worked with East London developers Barking Riverside Ltd (BRL) to launch a pioneering, award-winning social impact project, Thames Futures.

Equality, diversity and inclusion research for UK professional bodies

This page contains information for people who have received an invitation on behalf of their professional or regulatory body to take part in a survey about equality, diversity and inclusion.

A community-led transition to net zero

Blog 27 September 2022

At the Labour Party’s annual conference, we asked how we can help the UK’s most vulnerable families participate in a fair transition to a fairer, greener future?

Research on youth volunteering discussed on the Third Sector podcast

Blog 27 September 2022

Emily Morrison discusses new research from Institute for Community Studies on the Third Sector podcast.

Introduction to participatory research

24 November 2022
9:30am – 3:30pm

For organisations wishing to develop knowledge and skills in participatory and creative research approaches.