Social Life evaluated the impact of the People’s Health Trust’s Local Conversations and Active Communities programmes, in England, Scotland and Wales, between 2021 and 2024. The goal of the research was to understand how community-led projects can improve health and wellbeing outcomes.1,803 participants were involved
This fourth wave of the research was carried out between October and December 2023.
We found evidence that participation in the Trust’s programmes has a significant positive impact on participants’ confidence, knowledge and skills, as well as supporting the building and strengthening of social connections. Those taking part also reported increased levels of belonging to their neighbourhoods and trust in their neighbours.
Participation led to a significant positive impact on participants’ community power. We found evidence show that across both programmes, community power contributes towards improved health and wellbeing outcomes over time.
