SPN is a team of three independent consultants;
Julia Stafford, Geraldine Pettersson and Sally Neath. Our
range of knowledge and experience, together with publications
we have written or contributed to, can be found by clicking
on‘what
we provide’ or by visiting
our portfolio of ‘clients’.
Here our expertised is summarised in
the following key facts -
Key facts
Collectively SPN have
Many years’ experience of designing,
managing and delivering social research and consultancy
for a range of clients, locally, regionally and nationally
Experience of senior management, project
management and delivery, training design and delivery, commissioning,
governance and fundraising in the charity and voluntary
sector
A good working knowledge of community
safety initiatives and data sources with a track record
of data analysis, surveys and evaluations
Knowledge of the experiences and perceptions
of passengers in using public transport; an understanding
of the importance of public transport in promoting social
inclusion; and expertise in making public transport services
accessible and secure
Worked and carried out research with
front line staff, and people experiencing disadvantage and
social exclusion
Expertise in strategic development and
planning
The ability to write jargon free and
accessible reports, achievable action plans, briefing papers,
clear guidance and fact sheets, for key audiences
We are
Members of the Social Research Association
Approved Consultants with the National
Council of Voluntary Organisations
Our
values
As a team we
Produce results that are practical and
useful. We are keen that the findings from our work inform
and guide current and future projects or programmes
Understand that initiatives funded by
the public purse need to be effective and achieve value
for money
Enjoy working on social projects
that make a difference to the quality of life for people,
in particular those living and working in disadvantaged
and diverse communities.
Work collaboratively with the client
Are keen to work inclusively ensuring
our work is delivered in such a manner as to involve socially
excluded groups, including those from minority ethnic and
refugee communities.
Click here to read ourDiversity
Statement
Are committed to taking an ethical
approach to all our research. OurEthics
Statementis influenced by the
Code of Ethics of the Social Research Association.
Who we are
