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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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...
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Sampling for the 21st century: culture and going beyond ‘socio-economic grade’
Like other organisations in our line of work, we regularly respond to opportunities that ask us for a representative...
Case Study
Construction Industry Training Board: Pre-employment Research
The CITB supports the skills needs of the UK construction sector. It was considered there was a lack of evidence and...
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International Day of Charity
Today is the UN’s International Day of Charity. Much of our work at Traverse is directly or indirectly related to...
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The conversation that became a cinema: ideas taste better when you grow your own
We talk a lot about the need to empower communities – to give people a stronger voice in the decisions that affect...
Case Study
Carbon Trust - Stakeholder Engagement for the Energy Technology List
The Carbon Trust administers the Energy Technology List (ETL) on behalf of the UK Government. The ETL is a list of...
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Investing in a Solid Methodology
Blog 5 of 5 in our Digital Innovation Framework. This last blog explores how to design a robust research methodology...
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Can we tackle Climate Change with Hydrogen?
The UK committed to an 80% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions as against the 1990 baseline. This year however the UK...
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Overcoming Anticipated Challenges
Blog 4 of 5 of Traverse’s Digital Innovation Framework (DIF) series. This blog encourages practitioners to...
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Citizens assemble! Involving local people in shaping climate action in your area
Across the country, local authorities are declaring climate emergencies. Whilst lots of councils have resident panels...
