SociaLens is a non-profit association dedicated to promoting sustainable development and social equity.
We conduct social research and design projects to create fairer, more inclusive societies.
Who we are
SociaLens is a non-profit organization committed to advancing social sustainability and equity by working at the intersection of social research and social innovation project design.
Our mission is to explore today's world and societal issues, imagining innovative solutions to drive social change and shape tomorrow's societies.
Founded in Italy in 2024 by professionals with expertise in EU-funded projects, social sciences research, and international cooperation, SociaLens operates with a remote team spanning different parts of the world. Our approach prioritizes a human-centered and participatory approach to social development.
What we do
SociaLens is an association that supports non-profit and international cooperation interventions through socio-anthropological research and the design of social innovation projects.
We primarily collaborate with international donors, particularly through European Union programs such as Erasmus Plus, Creative Europe, and CERV (Citizens, Equality, Rights, and Values), participating as both Partners and Coordinators.
Additionally, we provide consulting services to private, public, and non-profit organizations seeking support in conducting social research, as well as in designing, managing, monitoring, and evaluating international projects.
Our work focuses on various topics, including gender equity, social cohesion, inclusion and diversity, social sustainability, civic participation, youth empowerment, work redefinition, education, training, environmental awareness, and intercultural understanding.
We prioritize action-research aiming to both understand systems and collaborate with stakeholders to drive change, thereby generating both knowledge and action.
Our activities at a glance
Social research
Conducting research to understand cultural phenomena, assess group needs, and explore societal issues, while identifying solutions for sustainable change.
Ex-ante research
Conducting pre-project evaluations to guide initial project design through context analysis, needs assessments, and stakeholder consultations.
Publications and reports
Producing studies, research papers, and reports to increase knowledge on specific themes related to social sustainability.
Project (co)design
Collaborating with stakeholders to design projects and change-making processes using participatory approaches.
Social impact evaluation
Assessing the effects of projects on communities, including social value generated and sustainability of actions.
Social innovation projects
Developing and implementing projects aiming to achieve social change for individuals and communities.
Training delivery
Organizing training sessions for individuals and organizations to raise awareness on our core themes of intervention.
Monitoring and evaluation
Tracking project progress, assessing performance, and analyzing data to inform decision-making.
Dissemination
Managing dissemination activities to transform social/academic research into accessible formats.
Contacts
Contact reference: Roberta Magherini
Email: socialensaps@gmail.com
Legal headquarters: Scandicci, Florence, Italy
Fiscal code: 94330500482