Groundwork has been working in and with communities for more than 40 years to help people create better places, improve their prospects and protect the planet. Below is a selection of films, reports and evaluations intended to share the lessons from that work and the stories of some of those involved.

Stories

Meet a Community Worker

Nancy’s Story

Mark’s Story

Elena’s Story

Mark’s Story

Sheila’s story

@The Grange Community Voices


Reports

REPORT: From the Ground Up – Empowering communities through environmental action

You can view the full report below. To make it easier to read you can click on the report to make it full screen and zoom in and out using the controls on the bottom of the page. You can also use the toolbar to download a PDF version.

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Young People Friendly Neighbourhoods

Supporting young people and community action – six points for action.

Communities Taking Action

Understanding the landscape for community action in the UK.

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Natural Neighbourhoods

Protecting green spaces and jobs in disadvantaged communities.

REPORT: Making Up Ground – The role of green infrastructure in urban regeneration

You can view the full report below. To make it easier to read you can click on the report to make it full screen and zoom in and out using the controls on the bottom of the page. You can also use the toolbar to download a PDF version.

Growing Spaces

Community hubs and their role in recovery.

Communities vs Climate Change

The power of local action.