Social Value in Practice

Social Value in Practice provides a practical guide for creating and delivering social value in projects and organizations, connecting it to the global Sustainable Development Goals. It offers insights into various practical ways to make a positive impact, such as managing people, education, skills, employment, social procurement, circular supply chains, strategic partnerships, community development, regeneration, and placemaking. With practical examples and think pieces, the book empowers stakeholders to engage with new ideas and create more value for those using the built environment.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 31 December 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Social Value in Practice provides a comprehensive and accessible guide for individuals and organizations to consider, create, and deliver social value in their projects and within their organizations. The book establishes a strong connection between social value and the global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), offering insights into the diverse practical ways in which individuals and organizations can contribute to resolving the multifaceted agenda of people, planet, and prosperity.

Good work, good practice in managing people, including working conditions, equality, diversity, and inclusion, is emphasized as a fundamental aspect of social value creation. Education, skills, and employment, including apprenticeships and enhancing the industry's image, are recognized as key drivers of social impact. Social procurement and circular supply chains are explored as strategies for promoting sustainability and social responsibility in procurement practices. Strategic partnerships and social enterprises are highlighted as vehicles for fostering collaboration and creating shared value. Community development, regeneration, and placemaking are recognized as means of building strong and inclusive communities. Construction consultancy, architecture, design, and construction are recognized as disciplines that play a vital role in shaping the built environment and delivering social value. Assessing and measuring social value is emphasized as a critical component of evaluating the effectiveness and impact of social initiatives.

The book is designed to be accessible and practical, with each chapter offering valuable insights and practical examples that can be applied immediately. Through a combination of practical examples, think pieces, and reflective exercises, readers are empowered to learn how to create social value, improve and build upon existing practices, and co-create social value in partnership with clients and the supply chain. The authors aim to inspire and empower stakeholders to engage with new ideas and create more value for those utilizing the built environment.

Social Value in Practice is a valuable resource for a wide range of professionals involved in procuring, tendering, planning, designing, developing, funding, building, working in, and managing the built environment. It provides a comprehensive framework for understanding and implementing social value principles, and serves as a catalyst for driving positive change and social impact in the industry.

Weight: 617g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367457150