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We believe that everyone in the UK should experience the power of participation to shape a just and inclusive future. Our projects drive better prospects, a fair shift to a greener planet, and empowered places.
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We drive a fairer future through collaboration between communities, businesses and policymakers.
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Planet
We support policy change, action and local participation for a socially just transition to net zero.
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We work in UK places, bringing people, businesses and influencers together for locally-led social, civic and political change.
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Vocational education in England: ‘why new qualifications won’t fix the system’
The UK plans to introduce V-levels - but will they fix vocational education? Exploring the challenges facing skills and training for young people. 1/8
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? 2/8
How collaboration is creating ‘truly inclusive’ communities in the West Midlands
A new framework from The Young Foundation and WMCA shows how to build inclusive communities through participation, collaboration and systems change. 3/8
Beyond tourism: the challenges and opportunities facing UK coastal communities
UK coastal towns face economic challenges but also boast great innovation and community leadership. What does it take for seaside neighbourhoods to thrive? 4/8
‘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 5/8
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? 6/8
Reinventing democracy: partnerships, participation and power
Trust in political systems is declining, but democracy must evolve. Our new CEO, Dr Sue Griffiths, asks: What needs to change in the UK now? 7/8
‘Is community collaboration the antidote to social division?’
Our Senior Researcher, Leonie Taylor, says with shared power and collective problem-solving, Britain’s best days are yet to come. 8/8
