Measuring the impacts of Civic Technology for researchers, funders, governments and organisations
mySociety’s research team seeks to discover what works — and what doesn’t — when it comes to our own technologies and those of others in our field.
By analysing data, conducting fieldwork, looking at outcomes, assessing reach, and through user interventions, we work to understand the true impact of digital tools on government and civic engagement. We aim to create a clear mandate for the sector and a meeting place where all interested parties can discuss findings.
Research library A resource for all

mySociety’s research team publishes multiple papers through the year. These can all be accessed in our online Research library.
Research commissioningOur process and calls for proposals
We commission outside researchers to help incorporate external knowledge and expertise into our projects.
Research highlights
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Improving oversight of Access to Information
April 2022
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Joining up
April 2022
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Reforming FOI
April 2021
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Participation vs representation: Councillor attitudes towards citizen engagement
February 2021
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The state of African Legal Information Institutes
August 2019
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Digital Tools for Citizens Assemblies
June 2019
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