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eGuide: Maximising Social Value for Local Authorities

This guide aims to provide local authorities with practical strategies and best practices for embedding social value into their everyday operations. It outlines how social value can be integrated from project inception through to evaluation, helping authorities maximise the positive impacts of their activities.
eGuide: Social Value Strategies for Local Authorities

Social value refers to the wider social, economic, and environmental benefits that arise from public sector activities. It encompasses efforts to improve community well-being, enhance environmental  sustainability, and promote social equity.

For local authorities, integrating social value into their operations ensures that public spending delivers not only essential services but also broader benefits that strengthen communities, promote equality, and enhance the quality of life. By focusing on social value, local authorities can address pressing social issues and contribute to long-term community resilience.

Maddie Kortenaar

Maddie Kortenaar

Maddie Kortenaar is a Level 1 accredited social value practitioner. She is the author of the eBook AI for Social Value, exploring how technology can drive meaningful change. Drawing on her expertise in sustainable innovation, Maddie empowers organisations to measure and communicate their impact, fostering a culture of positive social value.
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