Project Description
RealWorth was part of a Swedish team commissioned to develop an approach to optimise and measure the social value of regeneration programmes across Sweden. There was specific emphasis on community cohesion and how role of planning and design could be used to deliver local lasting impact. The project included four Swedish case studies in Malmö and Lund to test the approach in the field.
Our Role
RealWorth provided training and materials to Swedish members of the team, including:
Designers and urban planners
Local government agencies
Real estate consultants
Developers
The project aimed to influence and support decision-makers seeking to improve community cohesion in Swedish towns and cities by increasing the social value from private and public investment.
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Improved wellbeing from better public areas inviting cultural mixing (via music, art, dance, etc.)
Increased confidence and disposable income as a result of being in employment, education or training
Improved employment prospects due to improved access to training and skills sessions
Reduction of drug-related and other criminal activity in the vicinity of the library leads to reduced fear of crime
Project details
- Project title
- Vinnova: Developing a Social Value Model for Sweden
- Projects date
- 2017-2019
- Projects location
- Sweden
Project Client(s)
