This briefing explores charity collaboration as a solution to the current social and economic issues facing the third sector.
Online group support and wellbeing services for adults
Reviewing relevant research and latest practice around online support groups and wellbeing services for adults.
An evaluation of the resources for home fitness
Evaluating resources that are widely available for home fitness as part of People Know How’s Walking Befriending project research.
Combating digital exclusion
This briefing considers the problem of digital exclusion, especially in the age of social
isolation and COVID-19, and how it should be combated.
Online support and therapeutic interventions: research and practice
Exploring the advantages and disadvantages of online support and therapeutic interventions, with particular focus on the COVID-19 pandemic.
What activities have the best health outcomes?
This briefing looks at the evidence for which kinds of activities have the best outcomes for our physical and mental health.
The impact of gaming on children and young people
Exploring the potential positive and negative impacts of gaming on children and young people, with focus on the game Fornite in particular.
Outdoor learning & young people, away from the classroom
This research briefing delves into the subject of outdoor learning away from the classroom, its benefits, evaluation and continuation.
The underrepresentation of women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics
Examining the the underrepresentation of women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
Social Innovation & People Know How
Society faces various issues every day, with different sectors creating their own solutions. Often, these solutions are a band aid which does not tackle the root causes that exist in the first place. By creating a collaborative environment, socially innovative ideas can not only be created but also implemented in a way that is sustainable, transformative and scalable. Here at …
How can occupational therapy be used to support people in schools?
Exploring misconceptions students hold about career choice, variables affecting career planning, and solutions to engage all students in the lead up to post school transitions.
Digital exclusion of homeless people
The world is getting progressively digitalised but this is causing a greater exclusion for those living on the streets.