Research and resources on social cohesion theory and best practice.
The Belong Network Library
Research and resources on social cohesion theory and best practice.
The Belong Network Library
Welcome to the Belong Network Library
The Belong Library is free to access and brings together a wide range of online resources produced by the public, private and civil society sectors to build the evidence base around social cohesion.
It is regularly updated and includes:
- measurement and evaluation frameworks,
- ‘what works’ guides,
- relevant research,
- best practice sharing
- training materials for small and large charities and other volunteer-involving sports and community organisations.
Please contact us if you are unable to find what you need – we’d be delighted to help.
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The Value of Arts and Culture in Place-Shaping October 2018
Looking at six different places across the country – Birmingham, Halifax, Hastings, Redruth, Southampton and Stoke-on-Trent – this report examines if and how an area’s arts and cultural offer attracts individuals and businesses to settle there. It considers whether it’s a factor in them staying there and whether that cultural offer shapes a place’s local identity.
The National Conversation on Immigration: Final report September 2018
This report provides a comprehensive overview of public views on immigration. It is based on the biggest-ever public consultation on immigration and integration to have taken place in the UK, with 60 locations visited. It presents a model for deeper, ongoing public engagement from the Government on this issue going forward.
A Multilevel Measurement Model of Social Cohesion September 2018
This article provides an overview of academic and political discussion about social cohesion. For those interested in drilling down into the detail it may be useful to look at the document in conjunction with discussions about the concepts and definitions of community cohesion.
A Shared Future: A report of the Greater Manchester Preventing Hateful Extremism and Promoting Social Cohesion Commission July 2018
This report sets out steps to build social cohesion and tackle extremism in Manchester in the wake of the Manchester Arena Attack.
Refuweegee – A Conversation with Selina Hales June 2018
A heart-warming video looking at the work of Selina Hales who set up Refuweegee in Glasgow to give migrants arriving in Scotland a very warm welcome. Refuweegee demonstrates how human kindness and harnessing the power of local communities can transform the integration experiences of new arrivals.
Child Trafficking in the UK 2018: A snapshot June 2018
ECPAT's report brings together statistics and policy developments on child trafficking in the UK and highlights the fact that the numbers of trafficked children is increasing. ECPAT raises concerns that not enough is being done to help these children, despite progress being made in the reporting of such cases and the advent of dedicated legislation across the UK.
The Two Sides of Diversity: Which are the most ethnically diverse occupations? June 2018
This report is an analysis of ethnic diversity across occupations in England and Wales based on data taken from the 2015 Labour Force Survey (LFS). It finds that the most ethnically diverse occupations are either low skilled jobs, or high skilled professional occupations.
What does it mean to be British – UNFILTERED: With Nando Sigona and April-Louise Pennant June 2018
In this short video, two academics from the field of migration examine what it means to be British. They discuss the consequences of the Windrush scandal and explore the concept of British values.
Community Cohesion Strategy For Birmingham Green Paper: Forward Together to Build a Fair and Inclusive City for Everyone May 2018
This Green Paper was published in 2018. It sets out Birmingham's vision for building community cohesion in the city. It sets out eight guiding principles: Mainstream cohesion: making cohesion everyday business; connecting and exchanging ideas that promote cohesion and mobilise social action; nurturing and supporting aspiration of young people; promote rights and responsibilities; progress equality in all spheres of social and economic life; promote inclusive economic growth that benefits everyone across Birmingham; empowered and engaged neighbourhoods; unite people and communities throughart, culture and sports.
Building an Inclusive City Narrative May 2018
This briefing note is part of the Inclusive Cities programme – a knowledge exchange initiative working with UK city administrations and partners to deliver a step change in their approach to the inclusion of newcomers. The note explores how each inclusive city will develop its own narratives particular to its values and population.