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Thematic reports from the Civic University Network and our partners.
A range of inspiring written case studies from members, their partners, and wider communities.
Video recordings of Network partners sharing their civic journeys from different perspectives.
Resources focused on supporting you through the stages of developing a civic university agreement
Reports & Toolkits
A range of resources focused on various thematic areas, from the environment to the economy.
Developing the Civic University Mission
Femi Owolade's research examines factors driving race equality changes in UK universities, aiming to provide insights for developing the civic university mission and addressing broader societal disparities.
A Theory of Civic Change
This Theory of Civic Change offers universities a roadmap to becoming truly civic institutions, addressing local needs and fostering positive change in their communities.
A review of the economic and social value produced through funding PhD students
This report examines the multifaceted impacts of PhD funding, highlighting significant economic returns and personal growth opportunities, especially for women. It explores how doctoral studies contribute to civic missions and place-based strategies.
University Economic Impact: Two Essential Reports
We present two new studies exploring universities' economic impact on local development, highlighting their role as anchor institutions and proposing innovative assessment methods to capture their full civic contributions.
Enhancing the Student Civic Experience
This report advocates for universities to adopt a 'truly civic' approach, integrating civic engagement into formal learning, campus activities, and community involvement to cultivate lifelong active citizenship among students.
How Civic Universities Support the Government’s Five Missions
Discover how civic universities support the UK government's five missions for economic growth, clean energy, and opportunity.
Resourcing our Civic Activities
This comprehensive report analyses how UK universities resource their civic engagement efforts, examining funding sources, organisational structures, and lessons from other sectors to inform future higher education policy.
Effective Community Engagement Toolkit
Unlock the potential of university-community partnerships with our Effective Community Engagement Toolkit. Learn practical strategies to foster meaningful civic collaboration.
Going Further and Higher
This report examines how deeper collaboration between colleges and universities can transform lives and communities through integrated education and skills systems.
The Role of Universities in Addressing the Climate Emergency
Universities play a leading role in mitigating and adapting to climate change, reversing biodiversity loss, educating students, and working with communities to build a sustainable future. This report captures some of the emerging trends and approaches of universities who are using their CUAs for this purpose.
Equitable Partnerships for Civic Engagement
Discover Queen Mary University of London's toolkit for equitable partnerships in civic engagement, fostering collaboration between universities, communities, and civic partners.
Becoming Civic
Explore key findings from the NCIA's Action Learning Programme, including resource management, leadership models, and civic engagement challenges faced by universities in their community impact efforts.
Case Studies
A range of resources focused on engagement and collaboration between universities, their partners, and communities.
Guide to creating a Civic University Agreement
A range of resources focused on engagement and collaboration between universities, their partners, and communities.