The Temple Approach: 

  • Linking quantitative data with qualitative insights for comprehensive understanding 
  • Going beyond compliance in consultation and engagement 
  • Enhancing research results through active community involvement 
  • Providing a more nuanced understanding of complex socio-economic issues 

Social Research

Social research is fundamental to our work at Temple, playing a crucial role in understanding and addressing complex societal issues. It provides evidence-based insights that inform policy decisions, programme designs, and intervention strategies. 

Key Benefits of Our Social Research: 

  1. Identifying and defining social problems with precision
  2.  Understanding the root causes of complex issues
  3. Evaluating the effectiveness of existing policies and programs
  4. Developing targeted solutions to address societal challenges
  5.  Tracking social changes over time for long-term impact assessment

 Our Diverse Research Methodologies: 

  • Surveys and questionnaires for broad data collection 
  • In-depth interviews for detailed individual perspectives 
  • Focus group discussions to explore collective views 
  • Ethnographic observation for real-world behavioural insights 
  • Case studies for in-depth analysis of specific situations 
  • Mixed-methods research for comprehensive understanding 
  •  Big data analysis for identifying large-scale patterns and trends 

Our focus at Temple is on creating meaningful impact through collaboration. We strive to uncover insights that go beyond formal data, adding depth to our results and helping clients understand nuances that might not be immediately apparent.

Key Contacts

Ivan Tennant Director - Socio-economics and Social Value
Isobel Kiely Principal Consultant
Temple