The Work Foundation

The Work Foundation is an independent research consultancy advising organisations and policymakers about the changing world of work and corporate performance. We are dedicated to Good Work: we aim to improve the quality of working life and increase the effectiveness of organisations. We do this through ideas and evidence, through advice, and through advocacy and events

Reports

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Greening Work

For many people climate change seems such a large problem that it overwhelms them. For what exactly can organisations expect to do?


How can cities thrive in the changing economy?

The last ten years of economic growth in the UK is a story of the knowledge economy; and one which has played out in our cities

Inwardness: The rise of meaningful work

Employers cannot create meaning and should not try to. It is up to individuals to find work that is meaningful for them. However, employers are capable of destroying meaning through poor organisation of work

What's Happening

Party Conferences 2008

Party Conference

The Work Foundation is holding a programme of events which continue to push its Good Work campaign messages as well as tapping in to the political moment.

Focusing on key public policy areas along with issues that look more widely to the political moment for each of the parties.

Events

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Wednesday, 03 September 2008 - In conversation with Lord Digby Jones of Birmingham, Minister of State for Trade and Investment

At this event we will ask Lord Jones about his vast experience at the CBI and in particular his new role as Minister for Trade and Investment. What are the current challenges he faces? How are things likely to change? There will also be an opportunity for delegates to put questions to Lord Jones.

Thursday, 25 September 2008 - Annual Employment Law Conference

This conference follows The Work Foundation's inaugural Employment Law Conference last year. We will again look at some of the changes that have taken place over the past twelve months and the areas of employment law which professionals consider will be important in the coming year

Thursday, 16 October 2008 - Ideopolis City Leaders Network - The Credit Crunch

This event will discuss the credit crunch in historical context and its likely impact on different cities in the UK. What can cities learn from previous recessions? Which cities are most vulnerable? And how can they work with the private sector to capitalise on the opportunities that do exist and weather the economic storm?