Evidence for a thriving society
We are a research institute with people at our heart, exploring what works for UK communities
We influence societal change, bridging the gaps between communities, evidence, and policymaking.
Net zero policy risks making the poor poorer
Existing net zero transition policies are likely to make the poor poorer and push struggling communities further into deprivation and exclusion, our new report warns.
Our journey to net zero
Our new report warns existing net zero transition policies risk making the poor poorer, and push struggling communities further into deprivation and exclusion.
A historical perspective: Michael Young’s legacy and the history of the Institute for Community Studies
Marking 70 years since the Institute for Community Studies’ inception, Holly Smith outlines it’s profound impact on the welfare state and political thinking.
Forever Young
Celebrating our 70-year legacy, we continue to embrace the spirit of our founder, Michael Young, as we address challenges facing UK communities today, and tomorrow.
‘Communities must be at the heart of a people-powered transition to net zero’
The independent review calls for widespread participation in low-carbon living – yet government policy hasn’t changed, says Samanthi Theminimulle.
‘Vital and timely’ net zero policy research
Funding from the British Academy will drive a six-month project exploring place-sensitive participatory policy development for a ‘just transition’ to net zero.
‘Health equality has been de-prioritised for decades’
Emily Morrison highlights the ‘triple injustice’ in knowledge and evidence, gender identity, and social policy that perpetuates health inequity.