Navigating complexity and controversy in the changing world of public services.
In a world where everyone from policy makers to citizens has a different perspective every decision we make has to stand up to challenge.
Traverse helps organisations who are dealing with complex and controversial issues to understand what the communities and people affected think about their projects and proposals. We use transparent processes and evidence-based tools to engage and weigh every voice, personal and professional, whether loudly proclaimed or seldom heard. Our experts work with you to evaluate and implement your decisions, improve your plans and build capacity and support you to deliver real impact.
Our clients rely on us when the issues are thorny and good decisions matter. From health and social care integration to airport expansion, social isolation to the future of energy generation, we bring our expertise to help you listen, analyse and act decisively.
Recent Work
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Social investment – Is it all just window dressing?
Latest estimates issued by the Global Impact Investment Network (GIIN) indicated that the global size of impact...
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Customer Forums: picking up where focus groups left off
Focus groups, around since at least the 1940s, are a great way to get a snapshot of opinion towards specific product,...
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You want to build trust? Then show trust.
I was at the ODI Summit today – a positive buffet of inspiration and expertise on all things data. One recurring...
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Northern Powerhouse Rail – Consultation and Enagement
There are many examples of infrastructure projects failing to deliver on stakeholder expectations due to insufficient...
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In pursuit of happiness – Can social investment play a role?
These days, it seems like we are living in a world where the legitimacy of governments is in question and money has, in...
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Mental health and wellbeing at Traverse: A meeting of minds
Mental health and emotional wellbeing are moving up the agenda in terms of increased awareness and reduced stigma, but...
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What is a regulatory sandbox? And why is it crucial to the digital transformation of the health sector?
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Sign language rights for all – What that really means
This years’ theme for international Week of the Deaf is ‘Sign Language Rights for all’, but what does...
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Why charities should celebrate failure – and how funders can help them
‘Failure’ is often regarded as the third rail of the charity sector – but what do we actually mean by...
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Inclusive practice for the 21st century: language and progression in the utilities sector
People in vulnerable circumstances are less likely to make a complaint or provide feedback than the average customer for...
