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Deep dives: a local perspective on social mobility
This research explores how the place where people live affects their attitudes towards social mobility, aspiration and success. The report uses insights from 22 focus groups with over 170 participants across two areas of the North West.
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Social mobility and the economy: Are they 2 sides of the same coin?
Alun Francis OBE, Chair of the Social Mobility Commission will deliver a keynote speech, as he challenges conventional thinking about social mobility and shares the Commission’s perspective on the current… read more
From Silicon Valley to South Yorkshire: boosting innovation for economic growth – with David Richards
How can Britain tackle persistent barriers to economic growth in ‘left behind’ communities? Rob Wilson explores the issues with David Richards, managing partner of venture capital firm Yorkshire AI Labs…. read more
Why Childcare Matters – with Edward Davies
Childcare, family and early years all have an important role in social mobility outcomes in the UK. Resham Kotecha, Social Mobility Commission Deputy Chair, speaks to Ed Davies, Policy Director… read more
Innovation Generation: next steps for social mobility
In September 2024 we published our annual State of the Nation report. In addition we have published numerous reports, papers and think pieces on subjects ranging from the value of… read more
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Innovation and productivity: creating a place-based approach to social mobility
Earlier this year, the Social Mobility Commission published two reviews which specifically explore the link between innovation and social mobility; and productivity and social mobility. Having access to work opportunities… read more
Childhood Origins of Social Mobility
The Social Mobility Commission has released an updated and expanded version of its influential 2016 report, “The Childhood Origins of Social Mobility”.
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Webinar: Understanding the Childhood Origins of Social Mobility’
Deputy Chair of the SMC, Rob Wilson, will host an online event to discuss ‘Childhood Origins of Social Mobility’. A recording of the webinar is now available.
How can employers support social mobility? With Hollie Crompton and Neil Morrison
Social mobility is about competitive advantage not corporate social responsibility. Hollie Crompton, Social Mobility Lead at PWC, and Neil Morrison, HR Director for Severn Trent, discuss how putting social mobility… read more
Social Mobility – why impact matters
Carol Sommerville is Chief People Officer at Compass Group UK & Ireland and is a member of the Social Mobility Commission’s Employer Advisory Group.
State of the Nation Report 2024: Local to National, Mapping Opportunities for All
The State of the Nation 2024 report provides a comprehensive analysis of social mobility in the UK, highlighting key trends at a local level.
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Webinar event: State of the Nation 2024: Local to National, Mapping Opportunities for All
The SMC’s latest annual statutory report ‘State of the Nation 2024: Local to National, Mapping Opportunities for All’ will be published next week. The Chair of the SMC, Alun Francis OBE, invites you to join him for an online discussion of the report and its findings.