5 major trends reshaping democratic engagement
From a webinar by Go Vocal
Reflects technological evolution and growing expectation that governments create more inclusive, representative, continuous channels for civic input. Shifts from episodic participation to a systemic model.
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Building a neighbourhood around a farm
From an article by Grist Magazine
A working farm surrounded by single or multifamily housing, retail units, etc. Like a garden in a big city, Agrihoods promise to boost food security, reduce temperatures, capture rainwater and increase biodiversity.
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Family Hubs Toolkit for Churches
From resources by ChurchWorks
A guide to help churches and local authorities collaborate. Designed to help local churches and faith groups/places of worship explore how they can play a key role in the delivery of Family Hubs in their communities.
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Teen loneliness
From an article by Child and Family Blog
Loneliness is more than a fleeting emotion - it’s a serious health concern. A study reveals patterns of teen loneliness and their links to mental health, academic performance, belonging. Suggests actions for families and communities.
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Can your business answer God’s call to build shalom?
From an article by Business As Mission
Relationships are at the heart of shalom. The marketplace is a place of relationships. We will not achieve a true vision of shalom if we don’t achieve shalom in business. We need to be leading this.
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Enhancing community economic ecosystems
From a report by Truist Foundation
A Foundation inspiring and building better lives and communities through philanthropy. Helping non-profits build economic mobility in their communities, making a meaningful difference in those they serve.
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How to connect communities to create opportunities
From a report by the Behavioural Insights Team
Building bridges between people may be most important infrastructure investment we never make. Strong links between social networks and economic outcomes. It starts with giving communities real control.
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Online - Community Resilience Initiative's Conference - The Road Ahead: New Frontiers in Resilience
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CRI invite you to join a live, virtual conference on Wednesday June 24 & Thursday June 25 from 8:30 am - 2:00 pm Pacific Time. (1630-2200 BST)
CRI are bringing together educators, researchers, community leaders, wellness professionals, and changemakers from across the country to explore innovative, trauma-informed approaches that strengthen individuals, systems, and communities.
This dynamic two-day virtual conference will highlight emerging research, advancements in neuroscience, predictive brain processing, and cutting-edge strategies that move the science of resilience into practical, real-world applications.
24/06/2026
16:30
Online - Connecting Communities Across Difference
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Bringing groups of people together with shared interests and building bridges between different groups. This webinar will be led by Nick Gardham in Partnership with the Jo Cox Foundation, who lead The Great Get Together, an annual celebration bringing communities together.
One of the key parts of our Community Organising Framework is connecting communities. We will hear stories of how we have done this as part of our work within the community and how by doing this you realise that, as Jo Cox once said “we are far more united and have far more in common than that which divides us.”
We will hear from our colleagues and friends at the Jo Cox Foundation about the work they do to connect communities across the UK as part of their annual Great Get Together in June and the stories of connection they hear up and down the country as part of their More in Common Network.
30/06/2026
13:00
In-Person and Online - How to scale social innovations: influencing and advocacy - London
@Nesta, 58 Victoria Embankment, London
NESTA. Achieving social impact at scale is rarely a straightforward journey. Far too many transformative ideas languish at the pilot stage or lose momentum because they struggle to influence the right people at the right time.
Following on from a first session on building delivery networks, this second session on How to scale social innovations, focuses on the power of influencing others. We will explore what it takes to engage the people who can drive large-scale adoption of an idea, drawing on the panel's experiences and the practical frameworks we’ve tried here at Nesta, showcased in our scaling toolbox.
A panel of experts who have successfully navigated the challenges that come with influencing people will discuss lessons from the frontline of scaling, from campaigning and advocacy to engaging directly with policymakers. We will also touch on the role of advising and training others to help grow an idea or advocate for it on your behalf.
If you wish to attend, please contact Joe Owen on events@nesta.org.uk
02/07/2026
18:00