Research and Insights

At the Highlife, we believe that strong communities are built on shared knowledge. Our work is grounded in evidence, lived experience, and a commitment to understanding what truly enables people and places to thrive. Our aim is to bring together research, journals, evaluations, and sector-wide insights that inform our programmes and support practitioners, policymakers, and community leaders across the UK.

The Highlife Reports & Evaluations

Insights from our programmes, partnerships, and community-led initiatives. These reports highlight what works, what needs to change, and how communities are building their own pathways to economic resilience.
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Community and Academic Research, Journals & Articles

Community and peerreviewed research and academic perspectives that deepen understanding of community-led development, entrepreneurship, and social innovation.
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Analysis of Black-led Community Businesses
Research Paper

Tools, Frameworks & Guides

Practical resources for practitioners, community organisations, and local authorities.

These tools support effective programme design, community engagement, and equitable delivery.
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Coming soon
Coming soon

Working with Funders and Policy Makers

We support funders and local authorities to conduct build and gather insights into communities termed “hard to reach” to understand their need and challenges so policies and fundng strategies can be shaped around lived experiences. Pease contact us at: Research Support and Consultancy, on how we can work together.