CSY is keen to develop its evidence base in order to better understand how it can best support the growth and resilience of the voluntary, community and social enterprise sectors to foster a strong and healthy civil society.
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This question was published as part of the set of ARIs in this document:
The voluntary sector is widely acknowledged as containing very large numbers of organisations that make an enormous contribution to well-being and social cohesion in the UK. It encompasses charities, social enterprises, ...
Funded by: ESRC
Lead research organisation: University of Birmingham
The project aims to improve data on third sector organisations, which could indirectly enhance collaboration by providing better information for decision making and policy development.
'Change in the Making' is an exciting and unique study of change in the third sector over time. To our knowledge, nothing like it has been attempted elsewhere, and the changes and challenges in the operating environment ...
Funded by: ESRC
Lead research organisation: University of Birmingham
The project investigates how third sector organisations adapt to change over time, which could provide insights into how to enhance collaboration at local levels.
It is often argued Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) are central to a vibrant, democratic society. Charities, voluntary groups, community associations, and informal networks of like-minded individuals, are praised for b...
Funded by: ESRC
Lead research organisation: Nottingham Trent University
The project explores the role of CSOs in democratic civic renewal, which could provide insights into how to enhance collaboration between organisations, commissioners and other funders at local levels.