Centre for Thriving Places

📣 THRIVING PLACES AND THE WELLBEING ECONOMY IN ACTION 📣 Last month we released the data for the #ThrivingPlacesIndex 2024 along with a webinar providing insights on the data, as well as stories of change around the UK. We have a recording and transcript of the webinar (see first comment below) – please have a watch and share with others who might be interested. The stories of change are part of the Wellbeing Economy in Action report that was released at the same time as the TPI data, and has been supported by Triodos Bank and Carnegie UK. Read the Wellbeing in Action report here https://buff.ly/4eszSHR

Following the release of the 2024 #ThrivingPlacesIndex data, our CEO Liz Zeidler's piece in TheMJ explains how the framework, data and index can be used by councils and local leaders to focus their work on creating thriving places. https://lnkd.in/eN3R5yY6

Last week the UN passed the Pact for the Future, which included a commitment to develop economic measures that go beyond GDP. Now we need to make sure the UN system and member states move quickly to adopt and implement new measures that prioritise social and environmental wellbeing. This is a pivotal moment, and influential voices are speaking out. Via Wellbeing Economy Alliance - WEAll #BeyondGDP #WellbeingEconomy #UNSummit #SustainableFuture #SystemChange

Following the release of the 2024 #ThrivingPlacesIndex data, our CEO Liz Zeidler's piece in the TheMJ explains how the framework, data and index can be used by councils and local leaders to focus their work on a different end goal: creating thriving places.

For the first time ever, CTP included stories from the frontline of a shift towards a #wellbeingeconomy alongside its 2024 #ThrivingPlacesIndex. Check out the Wellbeing Economy in Action report here: https://buff.ly/4eszSHR

Everyone deserves to live in a place where they can thrive. See how your #local area is doing at creating the conditions for #wellbeing in CTP's 2024 #ThrivingPlacesIndex results, and understand what we need for everyone to live well https://buff.ly/2Ih1O2l

Meet our new Research and Analysis Manager! Fraser Bell has a wealth of experience in academia, private sector and local and regional government. His introductory blog dips into career highlights, his route to CTP and his devotion to Barrow AFC.

October Talk from Wellbeing Economy Alliance - WEAll - 'Introduction to the Wellbeing Economy' Are you curious about the 'wellbeing economy', but not exactly sure what it means? This primer explores how the concept emerged, the core principles and values that define it, and why it’s crucial to shift towards an economic system that goes beyond growth. Secure your spot https://buff.ly/3zPuhfX

If we created local policy based on how it affects community #wellbeing, how would it change decision-making? The 2024 results for the #ThrivingPlacesIndex show what we need to make places fair, healthy and sustainable places to live. Find out how your local area is doing at https://buff.ly/3zpezYE

Our new Research and Analysis Manager Fraser Bell has a wealth of experience in academia, private sector and local and regional government. His introductory blog dips into career highlights, his route to CTP and his devotion to Barrow AFC.