Evidence

White papers & research

Intensive Engagement is built on a decade of practice in the field and a 2021 PhD into community-led problem solving. The papers below are free to read and share.

  • 01

    Are actions speaking as loud as words?

    The challenge and opportunity of 21st century community engagement.

    Richard James & Dr Tim Curtis · 413 KB · 6 pages

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  • 02

    Turning the key

    Can leaders unlock the transformational power of volunteers in their communities?

    Richard James, Dr Ian Britton & Jayne Pascoe · 230 KB · 7 pages

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  • 03

    Enabling a new mode of local policing

    A high-level operating model for preventative, place-based public safety.

    Intensive Engagement · 476 KB · 13 pages

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  • 04

    The gap between expectations and reality

    A survey of 150 officers on neighbourhood policing skills: confidence vs. competence.

    Intensive Engagement (August 2023) · 545 KB · 11 pages

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