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Key Document: The Research and Evidence

For a place brand to be effective, it is vital that it is based in fact.  The York Narrative involved an in-depth research process including a digital survey, round table discussions, one-on-one meetings, workshops in community centres, schools, universities and businesses and interactive displays in public spaces.

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Over 6000 individuals (residents, strategic stakeholders, businesses, visitors) actively participated in creating the York Narrative.

An extensive programme of research ensured that York’s place-narrative is truthful and unique –  and sets a robust baseline against which to measure changes over time.

The key areas of research were:
• How different audiences currently perceive York and any key differences between them;
• What people value and want of the city – what they would like it to be known for in the future;
• How this might impact on the creation of a cohesive and meaningful place-brand narrative – one that is reflective of many voices.

This report goes into detail about the full research process and evidence base sitting behind the York Narrative, including online perceptions survey, resident engagement, stakeholder engagement and sectoral performance data.

 

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The Research and Evidence : Related Resources

Key Document: Executive Summary of Research

This report summarises the full research process and evidence base sitting behind the York Narrative.

Key Document: Developing the Narrative

This document that summarises how the York Narrative was developed.

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