Research Outcomes
The BENEFITS project is systematically developing evidence-based tools and methodologies to measure the multidimensional value of social services in Europe. Our research outcomes will be published as they become available throughout the project lifecycle.
Employment effects of disability benefits without work restrictions
This report investigates recent changes to the UK’s disability benefit policy to assess the impact of such policies on employment levels.
Meta-analysis of beyond-GDP indicators and models for evaluating social service value added
This report presents an analysis of existing beyond-GDP indicators and models used to evaluate the value added of social services.
Initial Policy Brief
Developed for policymakers, this brief summarises initial project findings and their potential impact for social service policies.
Outcome report of agent-based modelling of social service provision
This report outlines the methodology to implement BENEFITS' agent-based model to simulate social welfare outcomes and its initial simulation results.
Final Policy Brief
This policy brief detailing the project's final results, recommendations, and their potential impact on social service policies across Europe.
European Green Book for Social Services Appraisal
The European Green Book provides standardised guidelines, metrics and best practices to evaluate social services across diverse European regions.
Holistic Valuation Framework
This model can be used by policymakers and researchers to accurately predict the outcomes of social services in monetary terms.
Social Services Policy Observatory Platform
This digital information hub can be used by citizens and policymakers to increase understanding of social services and facilitate policy analysis.
Visualisations Platform
The dynamic tool gathers and visualises data on social services, welfare and prosperity to support evidence-based policymaking.
BENEFITS Training Materials
The BENEFITS curriculum and training materials can help community members to better understand the advantages of social services in building resilient and inclusive communities.
Policy Evaluation Toolkit
This comprehensive toolkit compiles modern data, tools and methodologies to help citizens, stakeholders and policymakers understand, assess and improve social services provision.
Podcast Series
The podcast series explores how the BENEFITS project's tools are being used in local communities to promote effective social service delivery.
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