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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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With care and creativity, UK businesses can embrace AI for social good
During London Data Week (6-12 July), Sean Croghan and Katherine Welch consider how values-driven organisations can evolve with technology 1/6
How to save the planet? ‘Be more punk’!
Our CEO, Dr Sue Griffiths, celebrates the footballers, musicians, politicians and many other local change-makers shaping a cleaner, greener Britain at Energising Britain events 2/6
What makes research valid? Lessons from community-led research
Nairat Ali explores how creative and community-led research can challenge traditional ideas of evidence and expertise. 3/6
The Young Foundation is on the move
Embracing a new era of collaboration and connection at Nest58 4/6
Who is UK research really for? Realising the value of community‑led experience
Community-led research is essential to ensuring innovation delivers real benefits for people, places and communities, not just economic growth. 5/6
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 6/6
