About Social Engine

We’re behaviour change specialists dedicated to improving lives.

We emphasise research-based interventions, driven by the conviction that evidence powers change.

Our approach combines academic expertise with practitioner experience and creativity to deliver social value for citizens and communities.

Some of the biggest challenges faced by society – public health, the environment or social cohesion require new approaches; ones that resonate with the customer, are affordable and sustainable.

That’s where we can help. Our multi-disciplinary team will cut through the noise to identify evidence-based solutions and help you find the right path.

From conducting social research to co-designing interventions, from evaluating impact to devising new strategies, our team will support you to unpick the challenge and discover the most impactful way forward.

Whether tackling youth vaping or reducing the impact of homelessness, we’re helping to address some of the most pressing challenges of our time.

Our team

Led by founding Directors Toby Blume and Avis Johns, our expert team has a wide range of skillsets, including data analysis, qualitative research, community engagement, academic and policy research, and creative design and branding – coupled with a wealth of experience of hands-on delivery in public, social and charity sector organisations across the UK.

Two women sitting at a table in a restaurant or cafe, engaging in conversation. The woman on the left has long blonde hair, glasses, and is smiling. The woman on the right has reddish-brown hair and is speaking with her hands. The background shows a modern interior with decorative partition panels and ambient lighting.

Two women sitting in a restaurant or café, engaged in conversation, with one woman holding a coffee cup.

A man is standing on a step stool being photographed by a photographer using a light reflector, while two police officers stand nearby watching.

Whether tackling youth vaping or reducing the impact of homelessness, we’re helping to address some of the most pressing challenges of our time.’

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Founding Directors Avis Johns and Toby Blume

ThisHasToSTOP

Social Engine responded enthusiastically to Redbridge Council’s challenge to deliver real culture change in the borough. We worked with key stakeholders to develop a theoretical and practical implementation framework for ThisHasToSTOP, then engaged people throughout the borough in our brand and campaign approach to co-produce this far-reaching campaign.

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