a social infrastructure practice
Social infrastructure
The places, spaces and structures that enable people to get together, socialise and co-operate.
Popular
A research and advisory practice which helps people and organisations understand, design, build, operate and maintain our social infrastructure.
Research
Mapping, measuring and understanding the nature and value of a place or community's social infrastructure using qualitative, quantitative and participatory approaches
What we offer
Strategy and Advisory
Supporting strategic planning for social infrastructure as part of masterplans, regeneration initiatives or new builds
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Helping owners of assets to understand and realise their potential as social infrastructure
Community Engagement
Designing and delivering community engagement, participation and co-creation processes to map, understand and agree ambitions for local social infrastructure
Democratising social infrastructure
Research and advisory for groups transitioning community assets into democratic ownership, including governance and finance models
Knowledge Sharing Workshops
Bringing together people who own and manage community assets and social infrastructure to share insights and experiences
Our Team
The Popular team combines practical, policy and academic expertise in social infrastructure, citizen participation, urban regeneration, community assets, democratic ownership and the social economy. We also have a rich network of expert collaborators to meet the specific needs of each project.
Dan Gregory
Co-Founder
Oliver Holtaway
Co-Founder
Zoe Walshe
Research Director