Case Studies
Our case studies share the stories of collaboration, innovation and impact from the sector, offering practical learning for others who want to create safer, more connected communities.
Please note: Posts published before 2026 may reference our former name, the Scottish Community Safety Network (SCSN)
Edinburgh Meadows
Shirley McLaren is the Community Safety Manager at City of Edinburgh City Council. On Tuesday 13th April, Shirley explained to SCSN…
Archive: Safer Communities Case Studies (2016)
To preserve the valuable insights from these earlier initiatives, we have consolidated our 2016 Safer Communities Award case studies into…
Archive: Safer Communities Case Studies (2015)
This collection features the winners and finalists from the 2015 Safer Communities Awards. These initiatives highlight a landmark year for…
Archive: Safer Communities Case Studies (2013)
The initiatives from 2013 represent a pivotal time in Scottish community safety, marking the early adoption of digital tools like…
Archive: Safer Communities Case Studies (2012)
The 2012 archive highlights a strong focus on “problem-solving” at the neighbourhood level. These projects represent early successes in tackling…
Archive: Foundational Community Safety Initiatives (Pre-2012)
This collection represents the foundational work of community safety partnerships across Scotland prior to 2012. Many of these projects—such as…