ITV are inspiring the future
Earlier this year ITV announced that they were partnering with our Inspiring the Future programme. Over 10,000 young people have already benefited…
Read moreImproving the life chances of children and young people by connecting volunteers from the world of work with schools.
What we do
Programmes
“It opened my eyes about different areas of work, and other ways of getting there. It also enabled me to talk to real people who have reached career levels that I aspire to.”
Year 9 student, Merseyside.
Campaigns
Everyone on Board – increasing governing board diversity
Around a third of young people currently in our schools are from an ethnic minority. Yet, the people leading schools generally do not reflect this…
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Shifting perceptions of the NHS: Ambassadors scheme reaches 400,000 young people
A report published today shows how the UK's biggest employer, the NHS, is helping to motivate young people and showing them the range of career…
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Redraw the Balance – challenging gender stereotypes
Redraw the Balance continues to generate interest and inspire new versions around the world. The original two-minute film, which captures how young children define career opportunities as…
Read moreInteractive virtual sessions
See how NHS staff are inspiring young people as part of our latest campaign with Health Education England:
And find out more about our virtual sessions.
News and events
HEPI publishes blog on the importance of tackling stereotypes at a young age
This article has been published today by the Higher Education Policy Institute (HEPI). HEPI is the UK’s only independent think tank for…
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Programme for primary aged children launched by the Australian Government
On 24th November the Australian Government launched a national initiative to broaden primary-aged children’s horizons and raise their aspirations, citing our research…
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Who will children meet in our Travel & Transport video activities?
🛥️ Kyle, Deck Officer
🛥️ Lee, Sea Captain
✈️ Suzy, Pilot
✈️Steph, Aircraft Engineer
Hear about their varied roles in maritime and aviation - access now for free:
https://bit.ly/3oRKn0w
#PrimaryRocks @NAHTNews
Here’s how staff at @ITVPurpose are connecting with schools, showing young people just how many different jobs there are in TV.
Could you give young people insight into the behind-the-scenes roles in your sector? Learn more about volunteering with us: https://bit.ly/3xB18iZ
🆕 Just released! Trends Shaping Education 2022 🔎🔮
Read the report 👉 https://oe.cd/Trends
#TrendsShapingEducation
Looking for January motivation? Our research shows that 79% of volunteers reported improvements to their sense of mission at work as a result of volunteering in education.
Find out how to get involved: https://bit.ly/3xB18iZ
#ValueOfVolunteering
We are proud to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of our partnership with @BofA_Business. Thank you to over 1,800 of your UK employees for volunteering with schools and engaging over 35,000 young people in careers learning – with special thanks to Bernie Mensah for his insights.