To power inclusive civic transformation by building the digital tools, infrastructure, and insight that drive public engagement, policy innovation, and development outcomes that work for people.
1000+
Engaged
4
Service pillars
UK+
Global reach
Delivering a future of thriving communities through inclusive, digitally driven civic engagement, data-informed innovation, and accountable, people-centred policy and service delivery.
Four pillars.
One mission.
From participation to lasting impact, CiH delivers civic transformation through four connected service areas.
Designs and builds digital tools that expand participation, improve transparency, and strengthen accountability in governance.
- Digital platforms for civic engagement
- Data visualisation & transparency tools
- Participatory budgeting systems
- FOI automation tools
- Promise-tracking mechanisms
Flagship Initiative
CitizensNgage
A digital platform supporting youth participation in local governance.
Impact
Helping citizens access public information, take part in decisions, and hold institutions accountable.
Equips grassroots actors, youth leaders, and civic organisations with the skills, confidence, and networks needed to drive local change.
- Civic literacy workshops
- Digital skills for civic engagement
- Community organising & advocacy training
- Leadership development
- Cross-region civic networks
Scale
500+ trained annually
Across the UK and internationally.
Impact
Civic organisations better equipped to deliver sustained community impact.
Supports grassroots actors to test and scale solutions rooted in lived experience — from concept to action.
- Seed grants for local solutions
- Follow-on scaling funding
- Financial management training
- Peer learning networks
- Pathways to further funding
Who We Support
Community-led ideas
From informal networks to youth-led initiatives ready to scale.
Impact
Enabling continuous community-led experimentation, learning, and sustainable growth.
Translates community insight into evidence-based guidance for policymakers, funders, and civic institutions.
- Participatory community research
- Policy analysis & recommendations
- Impact evaluation & learning
- Civic tech ecosystem mapping
- Evidence synthesis for funders
Focus Area
Youth civic participation
Digital democracy, social accountability, and civic ecosystem health.
Impact
Bridging grassroots knowledge and institutional decision-making for more inclusive civic systems.
