Day: 16 October 2024
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16 October, 2024Assumed Knowledge: A Hidden Barrier to Social Mobility
First-of-its-kind research exposes glaring inequalities in young people’s access to knowledge of the education system and careers, threatening equal opportunity for all. The Social Market Foundation, on behalf of Speakers for Schools, undertook a detailed study of the forms of knowledge that boost education and employment success. They found that access to ‘assumed knowledge’, that […]
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Baroness Lola Young, Independent Life Peer & Consultant
Wednesday 16th November 11 to 19 Join us for an inspiring online session with Baroness Lola Young, as part of Black History Month, she will explore the power of art, activism, and advocacy in shaping society and reflecting on our history. Baroness Young will share her journey and insights for using creative expression for social […]
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16 September, 2024Reflections on the Social Mobility Commission’s ‘State of the Nation’ Annual Report 2024
Reflections on the Social Mobility Commission’s ‘State of the Nation’ Annual Report 2024 The Social Mobility Commission’s ‘State of the Nation’ report 2024 reveals limited improvement in social mobility across the UK, and persistent inequalities and challenges in achieving greater progress in this crucial area. Importantly, the Commission has drilled down into how outcomes vary […]
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16 July, 2024Chris Tams, Director of Independent Members and International, BPI
Understanding the Official Charts and supporting the UK music scene with BPI Tuesday 16th July KS3-5 / S1-6 Chris is the Director of Membership and International at BPI – A trade association for the UK’s record companies and is the representative voice of British recorded music. They are the creators of the iconic BRIT Awards, […]
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16 April, 2024
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Meet our new Youth Council
Meet our new Youth Council Welcome from Callum and Zephaniah Making change for young people is important. But to succeed, young people must be involved. We are therefore excited to introduce our second (and now national) Youth Council. We hope that a broader range of young people will help offer the best possible advice and […]
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16 January, 2024Sarah Gordon, Impact Investing Institute
Sarah Gordon, Visiting Professor in Practice, London School of Economics, Former CEO, Impact Investing Institute What Skills You Need For Journalism Tuesday 16th January KS4-5 / S4-6 Embark on a journey into the heart of journalism with our upcoming event featuring Sarah Gordon Visiting Professor in Practice at London School of Economics and former CEO […]