Reports

report

Citizens of now: High-quality youth social action in primary schools

This research explores the benefits of youth social action and captures the learning from our primary social action project with schools in the West Midlands.

23 Nov 2021 Mehak Tejani, Hannah Breeze

A teacher sits smiling in front of a chalkboard, holding a piece of paper. In the foreground, a child raises their hand, indicating they want to answer a question. Maps are displayed above the chalkboard.

report

Decarbonisation dynamics: Mapping the UK transition to net zero

This paper examines where in the UK ‘decarbonisation dynamics’ could be most acutely felt and highlights areas at risk of being left behind.

12 Nov 2021 Fabian Wallace-Stephens

A person in a blue shirt examines a solar panel in a factory setting. The background shows industrial equipment. The text "LEVELLING UP" is overlaid on the image.

report

Offline, no one can hear you scream

Access to digital services is now more important than ever. This briefing explores recommendations to achieve digital equality in the future.

5 Nov 2021 Ruth Hannan, Hannah Webster

An older man with glasses sits in a leather chair near a window, holding a tablet. A decorative lamp is on a side table next to him. Sunlight softly illuminates the room, creating a peaceful atmosphere.

report

Learning about culture: Final report

In this report we conclude the findings from the Learning About Culture project that began in 2017 and seek to determine the impact of arts-based learning on academic outcomes.

1 Nov 2021 Mark Londesborough

A young person in a classroom is shaping clay into a cylindrical form. They are focused, with hands covered in clay. Others are engaged in similar activities in the background. Walls are lined with artwork and sketches.

report

Regenerative Futures: From sustaining to thriving together

This positioning paper explores ways in which taking a regenerative approach can help address the complex challenges of today.

6 Oct 2021 Josie Warden

A group of people gardening on a rooftop, tending to raised garden beds. They are wearing winter clothing and gloves. The background features urban buildings, and there are various plants and small trees around them.

report

Key workers in the pandemic

This report puts forward a comprehensive agenda to tackle economic insecurity in key workers and ensure they are properly supported to enjoy secure, healthy, fulfilling lives.

24 Sep 2021 Jake Jooshandeh

A woman with curly hair wearing a polka dot face mask sits on a bus. She is wearing a dark coat and looking out the window. Another passenger is seated further back. The image is in black and white.

report

Pathfinding: The future of work in Sub-Saharan Africa

This report explores trends shaping the future of work in Sub-Saharan Africa and examines the challenges that countries in the region need to address to ensure all workers are able to access good work.

2 Aug 2021 Fabian Wallace-Stephens, Emma Morgante

A woman in a red top and apron smiles warmly at the camera while standing in a shop. Another woman sits behind the counter. Shelves in the background are stocked with various colorful products and packages.

report

The road to resilience: how community financial services can help level-up Britain

21 Jun 2021

A woman with curly hair uses an ATM machine, holding a card towards the screen. She is wearing a leather jacket and appears focused on the transaction. The image is in black and white.

report

Fast fashion’s plastic problem

Our research into the amount of plastic found in clothing made by UK fast fashion brands.

11 Jun 2021

A person with curly hair, wearing an orange sweater, leans over a sewing machine on a wooden table. The background is dimly lit, showing clothing hanging on racks.

report

Good work in the manufacturing and construction sectors in Europe

In this paper we consider how future of work trends are playing out in the in manufacturing and construction sectors across Europe.

1 Jun 2021