Independent Commission on Neighbourhoods
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.
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.
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.