What Is A Community?

Understand what makes a community, including the shared values, places, and purposes that bind people together. These articles explore different types of communities and why belonging matters for your wellbeing and connection.

About Rural Communities

Rural communities make up a fifth of the UK population and face unique challenges around transport, services and healthcare that cities don't.

Community Centres: What Part Can They Play?

Community centres help bring neighbourhoods together, but many struggle with funding and need more local support to thrive.

Community Youth Groups

Most young people hanging around aren't the problem, it's that there's nowhere interesting for them to go after school.

Defining Your Community

Figure out what actually makes up your community before you can organise or work with it.

How Communities Have Changed

Older generations were right about losing community bonds, but redevelopment and home ownership changed neighbourhoods in ways both good and bad.

How Places of Worship Help the Community

Religious buildings and faith communities still play a vital role in supporting neighbourhoods through practical help and shared spaces.

What is a Sustainable Community?

A sustainable community is built on social connections and shared pride, not just environmental practices alone.