Whittsend

Applying an intentional and integrated social value lens to social infrastructure projects can ensure our places are creating equitable, sustainable, and connected communities. When we focus on social value throughout the project lifecycle we can begin to see opportunities for amplifying impact in planning, designing, procuring, constructing, and operating social infrastructure to ensure the social benefits are commensurate with the capital and environmental investment. Our strategic approach is underpinned by: • Stakeholder Engagement: Actively involving community members in the planning and development process to ensure their needs and voices are heard. • Systems Thinking Integration: Applying a holistic approach to understand and address the complex interconnections within community infrastructure projects. • Equity Focus: Ensuring that our projects address and reduce social inequalities by providing access and opportunities for all community members. • Collaborative Partnerships: Working with local governments, organisations, and stakeholders to leverage resources and expertise for greater impact. • Lifecycle Thinking: Encouraging strategic thinking across the project lifecycle to ensure that projects undertaken in ways that guarantee economic and financial viability alongside social and environmental sustainability. Our services include: * Social Impact Assessment * Social Planning * Outcomes Frameworks * Evaluation Planning & Reporting * Needs Analysis * Social Infrastructure Planning * Social Asset Inventories