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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 has worked with public and private sector organisations for over 20 years, and is passionate about applying technology to enable positive change in society.
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