About Civic Prism
Our Mission
Civic Prism is a community interest company dedicated to bridging the gap between academic research and community action. We believe that the wealth of knowledge generated in universities and research institutions should be accessible and actionable for local communities working to improve their neighborhoods, services, and quality of life.
Our mission is to transform cutting-edge academic research into practical, evidence-based reports tailored specifically for local community needs and contexts. We make complex research findings understandable and applicable, helping communities implement proven strategies rather than untested approaches.
What We Do
We continuously monitor the latest academic research across multiple disciplines—from urban planning and public health to social policy and community development—identifying studies with practical applications for community betterment.
Each research finding is carefully adapted to address specific local contexts, considering demographics, available resources, and unique community characteristics. We deliver clear, actionable reports that communities can immediately implement, complete with step-by-step guidance, resource requirements, potential obstacles to anticipate, and success metrics to track progress.
Our reports focus on practical implementation rather than abstract theory. We answer the crucial questions: What works? How do you implement it? What resources are needed? What challenges might arise? How do you measure success?
How It Works
Our three-step process ensures research reaches communities effectively:
- Research Collection: We identify relevant academic studies with practical applications for community development across multiple disciplines.
- Local Adaptation: We analyze how research findings apply to specific local contexts, considering community demographics, resources, and unique characteristics.
- Practical Reports: We publish clear, accessible reports with implementation guidance that communities can act on immediately.
Why Evidence-Based Matters
Generic solutions often fail because they ignore local realities. Evidence-based approaches that are adapted to local contexts have a far higher success rate than untested interventions. By grounding community action in proven research while accounting for local circumstances, we help communities make informed decisions and achieve better outcomes.
Our Commitment
All Civic Prism reports are published under a Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License, ensuring our work remains freely accessible to communities, organizations, and individuals working toward positive change.
Get In Touch
We welcome inquiries from community organizations, local councils, and individuals interested in evidence-based community development.
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