At Arup we are led by the human experience, the different ways that any project in the built and natural environment can improve the lives of users and communities.
The tiniest details and largest ambitions combine in our thinking – from accessibility for all to educational and job opportunities to historical injustices that should be addressed and overcome. As an organisation that shapes every element of the human and natural environment, we are committed to enhancing quality of life for all.
“To create social value is to recognise that a place is its people and that they should always have a stake and a voice in its future. ”
Sara Candiracci Global and Europe Social Value and Equity Leader
There is a risk that social value and equity can be seen as secondary elements of a project or development. Our approach is different. At Arup, we see the social value and equity of any proposed scheme as a chance to think big, consult and co-design working in partnership to produce something of lasting value for all. Clients and communities’ goals can and should overlap – and we can work to create long-term social value and equity part of any scheme, right from the start.
How we work with you
Enduring change
To be credible, a socially valuable outcome must be one that leads to enduring and systemic change within communities. That means a focus on the goal of improved quality of life for individuals at every stage of the lifecycle, and a more inclusive and equitable experience for all affected by a scheme. We help clients to identify these possibilities and plan effectively, working across three distinct contexts: