The Belong Network

Who we are

We’re Belong – the Cohesion and Integration Network. We are the UK’s leading membership organisation on social cohesion, offering academic research, consultancy, training, networking, thought leadership and events for members across sectors in the UK. We exist to connect, support and mobilise all those working to build stronger, more resilient, connected communities.

Our members span local authorities, charities, civil society organisations and businesses – and we’re growing as more people and organisations realise the importance of building social cohesion. It’s the ‘social glue’ that holds us together: creating a feeling of trust, belonging and pride in where we live and enabling communities to remain resilient in times of crisis and change.

Our culture and values

The vision of The Belong Network is a more integrated and less divided society.

Our Mission is to:

• Connect people, places and organisations across all sectors and localities in the UK through membership of the Belong Network to disseminate knowledge and best practice on integration.
• Support and develop all those who are delivering cohesion, integration and intercultural work; giving them the resources, skills, inspiration and confidence to lead and champion this vital work.
• With our members raise the profile of this vital work, developing a shared voice, improving practice and influencing policy so that together we can make an integrated society an everyday reality.

Equality, diversity and inclusion policy

Upon applying for a role, our team will contact you with a diversity and inclusion monitoring form to ensure inclusivity in our recruitment.