Assets – UKRI

Group of run participants taking part in a fun run in Leazes Park in Newcastle upon Tyne in the North East of England. They are ready to run in the rain along the lakeside. The race is open to people of all ages and abilities and is also dog friendly.

Arts and Humanities Research Council Place Programme (AHRC) The AHRC Place Programme will demonstrate how arts and humanities approaches can make a real contribution to: Areas of work The programme will collaborate with communities and those within and beyond academia, government, and industry to bring together individuals and collectives interested in and working on place. […]

Assets – Skills

Diverse mid adult students using computers during class in college

British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) BCC is the national representative body of 53 chambers of commerce across the UK. The chambers represent 50,000 businesses in the UK. The Chamber of Commerce Network exists to support and connect companies, bringing together firms to build new relationships, share best practice and foster new opportunities. Areas of work The […]

Assets – Inclusive and sustainable local economic performance

The skyline of London city with Tower Bridge and financial district skyscrapers during sunrise, England, United Kingdom.

Centre for Local Economic Strategies (CLES) A Manchester-based charity working towards a future where local economies benefit people, places and the planet. They have an international reputation for their pioneering work on community wealth building. Areas of research Fair Wealth Flows: Community wealth building for all, i.e. Strong economic democracy, i.e. Contact details Website Email […]

Assets – Living and working sustainably in a greener economy

ACCESS Amid the pursuit of the UK’s net zero ambitions by 2050, the program “ACCESS” emerges as a transformative force. With an investment of £6.25 million by ESRC, ACCESS embodies the convergence of world-class social science expertise and interdisciplinary environmental research. This dynamic alliance strategically addresses behavioural shifts at institutional, community, and individual levels, unlocking […]

Assets – Innovation

Robotics, people and engineer tablet with industrial collaboration and planning in warehouse. Factory, engineering and futuristic work of manufacturing management with discussion for cnc automation.

Catapult Networks Catapults are not-for-profit, independent technology and innovation centres that connect businesses with the UK’s research and academic communities. Areas of work There are currently nine catapults: Contact details Website Contact   OECD Centre for Educational Research and Innovation (CERI) CERI provides and promotes international comparative research, innovation and key indicators, explores forward-looking and […]

Assets – Felt Experiences

Young girls in an audience enjoying their favourite band's performance.

Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) The AHRC funds world-class, independent research in subjects from philosophy and the creative industries to art conservation and product design. Their research addresses some of society’s biggest challenges, such as tackling modern slavery, exploring the ethical implications of artificial intelligence, and understanding what it is to be human. Research […]

Assets – Cultural Recovery

Group of contemporary dancers performing on stage.

And Towns Three AHRC-funded projects led by researchers at the University of Southampton developing understandings of culture, towns, recovery and pride. Areas of research Contact details Website Email: [email protected] Creative Industries Clusters Programme The Creative Industries Clusters Program unites cutting-edge research talent with companies and organisations from the UK’s four nations, marking a pioneering research […]

Assets – Communities in their places

Close up shot of three friends embracing each other. They are smiling, supporting each other.

Centre for Local Economic Strategies (CLES) CLES is the leading national organization dedicated to local economies. Established in 1986 and headquartered in Manchester, CLES is a charitable organization committed to shaping a future where local economies serve the best interests of people, places, and the planet. With a renowned reputation for pioneering work in community […]