OECD launches new report on the benefits for employers of engaging with schools and young people
Coinciding with the World Economic Forum taking place this week, today 25th May 2022, the OECD have launched a new report entitled…
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
World Economic Forum Participants visit school to talk to primary children
To coincide with the first day of the World Economic Forum 2022, a number of participants, including Hilde Schwab, took time out…
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The Mayor of London launches primary schools programme supported by Primary Futures
Today, the 18th May 2022 the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan launched a new primary school outreach programme that will showcase potential career…
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This is so wonderful. Young people need role models and role models need to support young people to dream big. Thank you @Edu_Employers for connecting young people with such fantastic role models to Inspire the Future. https://twitter.com/Edu_Employers/status/1538906809334906880
New: Primary children in Davos sharing their aspirations for the future & discussing these with social entrepreneurs attending the World Economic Forum
Thanks to Hilde Schwab, Chair @schwabfound and @WEF for helping to Inspire the Future @PrimaryFutures
https://www.educationandemployers.org/world-economic-forum-participants-visit-davos-school/
New: Primary children in Davos sharing their aspirations for the future & discussing these with social entrepreneurs attending the World Economic Forum
Thanks to Hilde Schwab, Chair @schwabfound and @WEF for helping to Inspire the Future @PrimaryFutures
https://www.educationandemployers.org/world-economic-forum-participants-visit-davos-school/
Thank you to all the volunteer governors and trustees who play such an important role in making our schools, trusts, further education and sixth form colleges the very best they can be. Volunteers week (1-7 June) recognises your hard work and selfless dedication. Thank you all!
Today marks the beginning of #VolunteersWeek, a time to celebrate the contribution #volunteers make to our communities.
Bridget Ampofo, teacher, volunteers as a school governor to give back to her community. #Thankyou Bridget!🙌
Read Bridget's story⬇️
https://www.inspiringgovernance.org/bridget-ampofo/
High-performing students from disadvantaged backgrounds are three times less likely to plan on pursuing university education compared to their advantaged peers
How can effective career guidance from employers help students?
Read more 👉 https://www.oecd.org/education/career-readiness/