The Belong Network Library

Research and resources on social cohesion theory and best practice.

The Belong Network Library

Research and resources on social cohesion theory and best practice.

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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Near Neighbours Social Media Toolkit April 2018

Author: Near Neighbours, Publisher: Near Neighbours

This toolkit offers a guide to publicising your work and projects through social media.

Near Neighbours: How to Use the Media Toolkit April 2018

Author: Near Neighbours, Publisher: Near Neighbours

This toolkit provides guidance on how to promote your community projects through TV, radio and newspapers.

Near Neighbours: How to Promote your Project Toolkit April 2018

Author: Near Neighbours, Publisher: Near Neighbours

This toolkit provides advice on how to create a range of literature to promote your project and organisation. The toolkit includes: • Identifying your message and your audience • Understanding the most cost-effective ways to reach your audience • Advice on using: direct marketing; newsletters/magazines; digital; face to face marketing; the media; and word of mouth

Telling the Difference: Using Story to Change Systems April 2018

Author: Ella Saltmarshe, Publisher: Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation

All of Us: The Mayor’s Strategy for Social Integration March 2018

Author: Greater London Authority, Publisher: Greater London Authority

This document sets out the GLA's strategy for social integration in London. It includes an analysis of what integration is and of the state of integration in London. The strategy is based around four themes: Relationships (promoting shared experiences); Participation (supporting Londoners to be active citizens); Equality (tackling barriers and inequalities); and Evidence (improving London’s evidence base to measure, evaluate and share findings on the state of social integration).

Integrated Communities Strategy Green Paper March 2018

Publisher: Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government (MHCLG)

The Integrated Communities Strategy Green Paper sets out plans for delivering activities aimed at promoting integration in the UK. It examines the challenges to integration and sets out the key policy proposals across eight key areas: strengthening leadership; supporting new migrants and resident communities; education and young people; boosting English language; and places and community.

“If you could do one thing…” The integration of migrants, refugees and asylum seekers December 2017

Author: Madeleine Mosse, Publisher: The British Academy

A set of eight case studies from across the UK examining lessons learnt about how to promote the integration of migrants, refugees and asylum seekers. Includes examples from across sectors, including the police, schools, charities and a local authority

“If you could do one thing…” 10 local actions to promote social integration December 2017

Author: Anthony Heath et al., Publisher: The British Academy

A set of 10 essays providing insight into local and national approaches to promoting integration. Includes insight into arts-based approaches, work in and between schools, the role of community centres and recommendations for local integration plans.

Using the Power of Sport to Build Good Inter Faith Relations November 2017

Author: The Inter Faith Network, Publisher: The Inter Faith Network

A report on a symposium exploring the way in which Sport can be used as a tool to build inter faith connections and relations.

Arts and Communities Programme (Arts Council) October 2017

Author: Andy Parkinson & Jamie Buttrick (Consilium Research and Consultancy Ltd.), Publisher: Arts Council

This report showcases a range of activities that have been delivered through the Arts Council’s “Arts and Communities” programme. It includes case studies, and tips and guidance for future programme development. It considers the significance of the role of local authorities in the delivery of arts and cultural programmes that build common ground within communities.