We champion the smarter use of evidence in social policy and practice
The Alliance for Useful Evidence is a network, hosted by Nesta, that champions the smarter use of evidence in social policy and practice. We do this through advocacy, organising events, sharing ideas, and delivering training and support.
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Part of the backwash of Brexit is that the once-United Kingdom might split up. The Scottish first minister Nicola Sturgeon, riding high on recent electoral success, is calling for a referendum on leaving the United Kingdom,...
A year ago this month – with little fanfare, and in the middle of the longest partial government shutdown in U.S. history (35 days!) – the Foundations for Evidence-Based Policymaking Act was signed into law. It...
Last week saw the publication of the Social Mobility Commission’s evidence review on “Improving attainment among disadvantaged students in the FE and adult learning sector”. This review is welcome – education plays a vital role in...
Around the world, a small but growing movement of experimenters are bringing fresh ideas to how we solve social and public problems. From crafting better services, to making the back-office of organisations more efficient, new methods...
We have now come to the end of our seven years of core funding. So, what next? Firstly, before offering some ideas, it is good to pause and thank the Economic and Social Research Council, the...
Following the signing of the 2017 Evidence Declaration, this report examines the role of the royal colleges, faculties and other professional bodies in mobilising evidence.
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