The National Equality Partnership supported the third sector across England to challenge inequality and promote equality and human rights. It was a three year project (2008-11) funded by Capacitybuilders under the Improving Support Programme. The National Equality Partnership Website documents its legacy.

Worth Every Penny of Every Pound

The National Equality Partnership's final report Worth Every Penny of Every Pound, is a piece of Social Return on Investment research that examines the value of equalities infrastructure organisations (EIOs). EIOs are led by a specific equality group and provide services to and campaign on behalf of their community.

The research shows that for every  £1 invested in EIOs, they create between £2.30
and £9.20 of social and economic value. The report calls for better support for EIOs and a simplified commissioning process for smaller specialist organisations.

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