Knowledge Hub
Dive into case studies, digital tools, and insights that showcase practical strategies and proven approaches for embedding social value across organisations.
eGuides and Digital Tools
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.
Social Value Maturity Assessment: A Free Tool for Local Authorities
Local authorities play a vital role in promoting the social, economic, and environmental well-being of their communities. Understanding how deeply social value is embedded within your organisation is essential for transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement. The Social Value Maturity Assessment offers a free, structured approach designed specifically to help local authorities evaluate and enhance their social value initiatives.
Articles and How-To Guides
Understanding the 8 Social Value International Principles
The Social Value Engine relies on eight core principles to guide organisations in measuring and enhancing social value effectively.
What is the Theory of Change?
Are you looking for ways to create a positive social impact through your organisation? The Theory of Change provides a valuable framework to define your goals and measure your progress.
The untapped potential of social value in the Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector
The grasp of social value within the VCSE sector varies considerably across the UK. Many organisations already recognise the importance of measuring their impact.
Social value: would you rather have a fish, or a fishing rod?
Give a person a fish, and you feed them for a day. Teach them to fish, and you feed them for a lifetime. Chinese philosopher, Lao Tzu (adapted)
What is Social Return on Investment?
Social Return on Investment (SROI) is a method that helps organisations to measure and communicate their value beyond traditional metrics.
Beyond wealth: reimagining economic success in the age of Social Value
The journey towards integrating social value into our economic systems is both a challenge and an opportunity. It requires us to rethink our priorities, values, and mechanisms for decision-making.
Case Studies
Case study: Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Interview with Mark Platts, Director of Finance, Digital & Estates
Case Study: East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s social value journey
Over a decade ago, East Riding of Yorkshire Council (ERYC) embarked on a transformative journey, integrating social value as a strategic priority.
Case study: Social value insights from Leeds City Council
In 2022, Leeds City Council enhanced community impact by implementing the Social Value Engine. Sasha Walton, Social Value Delivery Manager, shares her insights in this guest blog.