Launch of Mass Localism report

This event launched the Mass Localism report looking at why we need to rethink our approach to galvanising communities and the benefits that could result.

In Government innovation

23 Feb 2010

Nesta, 1 Plough Place, London, EC4A 1DE

Policymakers increasingly recognise that many of the solutions to major social challenges - from tackling climate change to improving public health - need to be much more local. We need solutions that engage communities in taking action, especially given the pressure on government finances over the next few years.

The Mass Localism report revealed why we need to rethink our approach to galvanising communities and the benefits that could result.

The launch event included a panel discussion with Nick Hurd MP, Shadow Minister for Charities, Social Enterprise and Volunteering, Alex Massie, Daily News Commentator for the Spectator and Columnist at the Herald and Grenville Ham, leader of the Green Valleys community project in the Brecon Beacons.

Listen to Jonathan Kestenbaum being interviewed on The Today Programme.