So how will Theos work?
Theos will undertake research across a wide range of subject areas. It will offer analysis of social and political change and interesting new angles and alternative perspectives which include the validity of faith, on the issues that matter.
Theos can also provide research, analysis and advice to individuals and organisations across the private, public and not-for-profit sectors. Its unique position within the think tank sector means that it has the capacity to develop proposals that carry values - with an eye to demonstrating what really works. The staff and consultants have strong public affairs experience, and excellent research track record, together with a high level of theological literacy. Equally important they will succeed in getting their messages out their and taken notice of. They are practiced in campaigning, media relations, detailed policy development and effecting policy change. In other words, Theos, is not simply about producing informative reports it is also geared up to using its expertise to change our society for the better.
Theos, then, will provide:
high-quality research, reports and publications;
an events' programme (including public debates, an annual Theos lecture and an extensive fringe programme at the party conferences);
news, information and analysis to media companies and other opinion formers, with a one-stop information line available to journalists; and
regular email bulletins.
Lord Hastings of Scarisbrick CBE, (Chairman, Crime Concern) has expressed it this way,
Theos always gives an interesting alternative view to the complex and critical issues leaders face. It's the place to go for a new angle or different perspective. Its research capacity is impressive, enhanced by a deep vein of moral clarity underpinning all its work.
To read the initial report and to find out more, including how you can be involved, go to www.theosthinktank.co.uk.
David Spriggs
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