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PBE @pbe.co.uk · Aug 29

Around 3 million people with the lowest wellbeing in the UK fall into the category of “wellbeing poverty”.

Our UK wellbeing forecast suggests the reinforcing effect of declining general and mental health, combined with loneliness, risks creating a “wellbeing poverty trap”.
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3 key stats on drivers of low wellbeing: 44% of people whose mental health impacts them all the time live in wellbeing poverty. 35% of people with poor
general health live in wellbeing poverty. 32% of people who often feel lonely live in wellbeing poverty.

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PBE @pbe.co.uk · 7d

Civil society is one of the UK’s greatest assets, but it needs a Civil Society Evidence Organisation (CSEVO): a hub to access evidence, cut duplication & support smarter decisions.

We have a plan. £2.5m over 5 yrs, co-funded by government and the sector.

Read the report to find out more ⬇️

Better evidence, better outcomes: The business case for a Civil Society Evidence Organisation | PBE

Civil society is one of the UK’s greatest assets. It is driven by innovation, rooted in communities, and committed to tackling some of the nation’s most complex challenges, but it faces barriers that ...

PBE @pbe.co.uk · 3d

Sufina Ahmad MBE, Director of John Ellerman Foundation writes about wellbeing as a framework for sharing the depth and breadth of ideas and beliefs around people, society and the natural world in a way that is recognised in collective decision making.

#Wellbeing #TrustsandFoundations

Wellbeing for people, society and the natural world | PBE

Sufina Ahmad, Director of John Ellerman Foundation When I joined John Ellerman Foundation in 2020, one of my reasons for doing so related to its overarching organisational aim to advance wellbeing for...

PBE @pbe.co.uk · 4d

We’re delighted to announce our nominees for this year’s Smart Thinking Awards!

Congratulations to Nadine Cameron and @karol122.bsky.social. Looking forward to the awards ceremony in November @smartthinking.bsky.social.

#ThinkTankAwards #Wellbeing

An award nomination card with a photograph of Karol.

An award nomination card with a photograph of Nadine.

PBE @pbe.co.uk · 7d

Civil society is one of the UK’s greatest assets, but it needs a Civil Society Evidence Organisation (CSEVO): a hub to access evidence, cut duplication & support smarter decisions.

We have a plan. £2.5m over 5 yrs, co-funded by government and the sector.

Read the report to find out more ⬇️

Better evidence, better outcomes: The business case for a Civil Society Evidence Organisation | PBE

Civil society is one of the UK’s greatest assets. It is driven by innovation, rooted in communities, and committed to tackling some of the nation’s most complex challenges, but it faces barriers that ...

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PBE @pbe.co.uk · 24d

What is “the good life”?

Lord Blunkett argues it’s not just about money: dignity, purpose, community & a fair start in life all matter.

His article in the #EconToImproveLives series makes the case for investing in young people’s wellbeing, from early years to employment.

pbe.co.uk/insights/wel...

Wellbeing for the next generation: lessons from Sure Start and beyond | PBE

By Lord David Blunkett I was recently asked in an interview what I thought was the “good life”, which rather threw me. What is a “good life” for one person might be an absolute nightmare for another. ...

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Smart Thinking @smartthinking.bsky.social · 9d

What was the most read in September? Congrats to @suttontrust.bsky.social HJS @thefabians.bsky.social @pbe.co.uk @instituteforgovernment.org.uk @uniofbathipr.bsky.social @re-state.bsky.social @niesrorg.bsky.social @resfoundation.bsky.social who all had reports feature in this month's top 10! 🎉

PBE @pbe.co.uk · 9d

Whether you’re preparing a funding bid, reporting to stakeholders, or simply looking to better understand your impact, we’re here to support your charity with free, expert help.

Get Data First Aid support ⬇️

Our services | PBE

How can PBE help your charity We partner with social sector organisations to deliver in-depth analysis that help with funding, influencing and impact reporting. These take many forms – from impact eva...

PBE @pbe.co.uk · 12d

Can organisations over-invest in wellbeing, with diminishing returns?

Done right, wellbeing investment boosts retention, innovation and customer growth. Done poorly, it risks confusion and wasted resources.

Read the article by CBI's Asha Musoni for our 'Economics to improve lives' series👇

Wellbeing - the business imperative to invest | PBE

Asha Musoni – Chief People Officer, CBI Wellbeing is often described as employees “feeling good and functioning well”. During Covid the business case for investment was clear: organisations that supp...

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PBE @pbe.co.uk · 19d

Free2Talk offers something vital for LGBTQ+ young people: a safe, identity-affirming space to belong.

@karol122.bsky.social and @charlotteprothero.bsky.social share Charlie’s story, and the value of the programme which could deliver £4 of wellbeing benefit for every £1 spent.

Read it here 👇

Every LGBTQ+ young person deserves a safe space | PBE

Charlie* was looking for somewhere they could explore their emerging identity and feel supported as they considered socially transitioning – that is, beginning to live and be recognised in everyday li...

PBE @pbe.co.uk · 14d

📈 Community People needs help improving its data infrastructure and reporting capabilities to better serve its members and stakeholders.

🔢 Create a short briefing or report demonstrating potential loss in income for young people with Cerebral Palsy for Action Cerebral Palsy.

Could you lend a hand?

Volunteer opportunities | PBE

Current volunteer opportunities

PBE @pbe.co.uk · 14d

🔔Calling economists, analysts and researchers - we've got new volunteer opportunities!

If you have experience in economic modelling, Excel spreadsheet creation or data analysis, two orgs could use your help.

Applications close 10 am on Wednesday 1 October.

Find out more 👇

Volunteer opportunities | PBE

Current volunteer opportunities

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PBE @pbe.co.uk · 16d

Civil society is one of the UK’s greatest assets, but it needs a Civil Society Evidence Organisation (CSEVO): a hub to access evidence, cut duplication & support smarter decisions.

We have a plan: £2.5m over 5 yrs, co-funded by government and the sector.

Read the report: pbe.co.uk/publications...

Better evidence, better outcomes: The business case for a Civil Society Evidence Organisation | PBE

Civil society is one of the UK’s greatest assets. It is driven by innovation, rooted in communities, and committed to tackling some of the nation’s most complex challenges, but it faces barriers that ...

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PBE @pbe.co.uk · 17d

The evidence is overwhelming: prioritising wellbeing drives measurable benefits for employees, shareholders, customers, and wider society.

In her latest article for our ‘Economics to improve lives’ series, Hannah Pearsall, Head of Wellbeing at Hays UK&I says wellbeing is a business imperative.

Prioritising wellbeing: A strategic imperative for balanced business outcomes | PBE

By Hannah Pearsall, Head of Wellbeing, Hays UK&I In today’s rapidly evolving work landscape, the question isn’t whether wellbeing should be part of corporate strategy – it’s why any forward-thinking b...

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Charity Times @charitytimes.bsky.social · 16d

A think tank is calling on the government and the charity sector to launch a new body aimed at improving “the flow and use of evidence” across civil society.

www.charitytimes.com/ct/Call-to-l...

Call to launch a £2.5m charity sector evidence gathering body

A think tank is calling on the government and the charity sector to launch a new body aimed at improving “the flow and use of evidence across the sector”.

www.charitytimes.com

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Hannah Corbett @hannahcthinks.bsky.social · 16d

@pbe.co.uk's business case for a Civil Society Evidence Organisation has govt support. Get in touch with report co-author @mattwhittaker.bsky.social if you're interested in funding or getting involved in making it happen www.civilsociety.co.uk/news/dcms-ba...

DCMS backs creation of civil society evidence organisation

www.civilsociety.co.uk

PBE @pbe.co.uk · 16d

Thank you Emily Harle for an excellent write up our new report calling for a civil society evidence org to improve the sector's evidence base and effectiveness.

Funders, get in touch with report co-authors Anoushka Kenley and @mattwhittaker.bsky.social if you're interested in getting involved.

Third Sector @thirdsector.co.uk · 16d

Think tank calls for new body to address sector’s ‘fragmented’ evidence base

Think tank calls for new body to address sector’s ‘fragmented’ evidence base

The civil society evidence organisation will reduce duplication and spread good practice, PBE says

www.thirdsector.co.uk

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Charlotte Prothero @charlotteprothero.bsky.social · 16d

The UK’s charities do incredible work, but too often lack the data and insight needed to go further.

CSEVO would be a new hub linking charities, funders, researchers & government—so evidence is shared, not siloed.

PBE @pbe.co.uk · 16d

Civil society is one of the UK’s greatest assets, but it needs a Civil Society Evidence Organisation (CSEVO): a hub to access evidence, cut duplication & support smarter decisions.

We have a plan: £2.5m over 5 yrs, co-funded by government and the sector.

Read the report: pbe.co.uk/publications...

Better evidence, better outcomes: The business case for a Civil Society Evidence Organisation | PBE

Civil society is one of the UK’s greatest assets. It is driven by innovation, rooted in communities, and committed to tackling some of the nation’s most complex challenges, but it faces barriers that ...

PBE @pbe.co.uk · 16d

Civil society is one of the UK’s greatest assets, but it needs a Civil Society Evidence Organisation (CSEVO): a hub to access evidence, cut duplication & support smarter decisions.

We have a plan: £2.5m over 5 yrs, co-funded by government and the sector.

Read the report: pbe.co.uk/publications...

Better evidence, better outcomes: The business case for a Civil Society Evidence Organisation | PBE

Civil society is one of the UK’s greatest assets. It is driven by innovation, rooted in communities, and committed to tackling some of the nation’s most complex challenges, but it faces barriers that ...

PBE @pbe.co.uk · 17d

The evidence is overwhelming: prioritising wellbeing drives measurable benefits for employees, shareholders, customers, and wider society.

In her latest article for our ‘Economics to improve lives’ series, Hannah Pearsall, Head of Wellbeing at Hays UK&I says wellbeing is a business imperative.

Prioritising wellbeing: A strategic imperative for balanced business outcomes | PBE

By Hannah Pearsall, Head of Wellbeing, Hays UK&I In today’s rapidly evolving work landscape, the question isn’t whether wellbeing should be part of corporate strategy – it’s why any forward-thinking b...

PBE @pbe.co.uk · 19d

Free2Talk offers something vital for LGBTQ+ young people: a safe, identity-affirming space to belong.

@karol122.bsky.social and @charlotteprothero.bsky.social share Charlie’s story, and the value of the programme which could deliver £4 of wellbeing benefit for every £1 spent.

Read it here 👇

Every LGBTQ+ young person deserves a safe space | PBE

Charlie* was looking for somewhere they could explore their emerging identity and feel supported as they considered socially transitioning – that is, beginning to live and be recognised in everyday li...

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Charlotte Prothero @charlotteprothero.bsky.social · 22d

Looking forward to this discussion at the Liberal Democrat Party Conference on how we can tackle wellbeing poverty and ensure everyone has the chance to live a decent quality of life.

PBE @pbe.co.uk · 22d

📅Join us on Monday at the Lib Dem conference for a panel discussion on low wellbeing

Wellbeing poverty: Boosting life satisfaction for those that need it most

Monday 22 September from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm at the Shaftesbury Suite, Marriott Hotel

Wellbeing poverty: Boosting life satisfaction for those that need it most. The card shows 6 speakers, Jake Eliot, Alex Brewer MP, Jo Swinson, Danny Chambers MP, Paul Farmer and Natalie Webb

PBE @pbe.co.uk · 22d

📅Join us on Monday at the Lib Dem conference for a panel discussion on low wellbeing

Wellbeing poverty: Boosting life satisfaction for those that need it most

Monday 22 September from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm at the Shaftesbury Suite, Marriott Hotel

Wellbeing poverty: Boosting life satisfaction for those that need it most. The card shows 6 speakers, Jake Eliot, Alex Brewer MP, Jo Swinson, Danny Chambers MP, Paul Farmer and Natalie Webb

PBE @pbe.co.uk · 23d

Around 60% of schools measure wellbeing voluntarily, but inconsistent tools and definitions make it hard to compare results or know what works.

Alongside our partners and a coalition of 60+ orgs, we'll continue to call for wellbeing measurement in the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill.

Lord Gus O’Donnell on the importance of wellbeing measurement for children and young people

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PBE @pbe.co.uk · 24d

What is “the good life”?

Lord Blunkett argues it’s not just about money: dignity, purpose, community & a fair start in life all matter.

His article in the #EconToImproveLives series makes the case for investing in young people’s wellbeing, from early years to employment.

pbe.co.uk/insights/wel...

Wellbeing for the next generation: lessons from Sure Start and beyond | PBE

By Lord David Blunkett I was recently asked in an interview what I thought was the “good life”, which rather threw me. What is a “good life” for one person might be an absolute nightmare for another. ...