Our latest Purpose Lab student feedback highlights a powerful and consistent message: students find the programme meaningful, confidence-building, and genuinely transformative in shaping their future career views. 

From the first session, I saw that this isn't just another workshop; instead, it's a space where we can explore ourselves, our motivations, and ways of turning our passions into meaningful action.

Number confidence matters hugely for social mobility. From managing finances to starting a business, confidence with numbers should be a bridge to opportunity rather than a barrier, Rt Hon Justine Greening’s latest blog.

Being involved in this project has been far more than an academic experience. It has been a journey of personal growth, reflection, and belief.

James Naish MP has visited Bell Group’s Rushcliffe base to see first-hand how one of the UK’s leading property services contractors is supporting local families, creating skilled jobs and delivering energy-efficient homes across Rushcliffe.

Having the chance to be a part of the Purpose Lab sessions with Bell Group gave me valuable insights into what modern careers can look like for the next generation.

In a world where the gap between education and industry often feels insurmountable, Purpose Lab is building bridges that transform lives.

Today Sciensus has announced the launch of a new pilot evaluating how Microsoft Dragon Copilot, with its AI capabilities, can be used within Sciensus’ home-based care workflows.

Before Purpose Lab, writing about myself felt harder than debugging code. I questioned whether my story mattered, how I fitted into tech spaces, and whether I really belonged in conversations about careers, purpose, and the future of work.

From my perspective of the room, while capturing the smiles and laughs of student ambassadors and industry professionals, I noticed that each attendee I engaged with was very encouraging and friendly, and spoke words of kindness towards my potential and professionalism.

On the 20th of November, I had the privilege of attending the Purpose Lab Celebratory Reception in London, an experience that became more than just an event.

In a recent Purpose Lab session, students met Leonardo to explore routes into aerospace and defence, what the work involves, and how access can be widened for people from all backgrounds. 

A new Purpose Coalition report, Breaking Down Barriers to Construction, has been launched today, setting out a programme of action to deliver equality of opportunity in one of the UK’s most important sectors. 

NCG launched its new Breaking Down Barriers Impact Report at a reception in the House of Commons, in partnership with The Purpose Coalition. The report showcases how NCG is enabling social mobility and economic prosperity through exceptional education, and how colleges can be a first-choice route into skilled work and higher learning.   

Capital City College (CCC), London’s largest further education provider, today released a report highlighting FE’s critical role in delivering the government’s skills agenda and driving social mobility. 

Our latest guest blog by Oliver Delucia-Crook, Board Director - Head of Business Development at Curtins on why social value needs a step change.

Developed by The Purpose Coalition and powered by employers, universities and educators across the UK, Purpose Lab brings students and organisations together to solve real problems, strengthen understanding and co-design practical routes into good jobs.

Attending the Purpose Lab Celebratory Reception in London was a defining moment for me as a Student Ambassador and as someone committed to driving positive change.

The Purpose Coalition convened its Business Leadership Advisory Council for the final session of 2025. 

The Purpose Lab, a major campaign of The Purpose Coalition, was celebrated at a reception held yesterday at The Vincent Rooms, Westminster, bringing together student ambassadors, universities, colleges, employers and policymakers to celebrate the growing national impact of the Purpose Lab programme.