Afzal Khan MP visits GBS Manchester campus to champion skills and opportunity
Afzal Khan, Member of Parliament for Manchester Rusholme, visited the GBS campus in Manchester to engage with students and staff and discuss the evolving skills landscape in the region.
#LeadingWithPurpose Spotlight: Ruth Sutton, Head of the School of Law and Social Justice at the University of Chester
Our #LeadingWithPurpose Spotlight interview series sees organisational leaders explain what leading with purpose means to them and how they strive to make their organisation a force for good in society. In this episode, read how Ruth Sutton, Head of the School of Law & Social Justice at the University of Chester, does so.
Driving social impact through partnership: University of Greenwich and Sodexo
Together, they are advancing social mobility and delivering meaningful change across areas such as sustainability, inclusion, skills development and local economic empowerment.
Food for thought – Purpose Lab Ambassadors offer Sodexo fresh perspectives
When students are settling into their university accommodation, strolling around their campus or grabbing lunch, how much do they know about the people working behind the scenes to ensure everything runs smoothly?
The Invisible Work of Fairness
I now see that a career with purpose isn't limited to the non-profit sector; it can mean contributing to a corporate system that is engineered to be equitable from the inside out.
Sodexo and Purpose Coalition celebrate social mobility progress at parliamentary reception
Yesterday, Purpose Coalition partners came together at the iconic Terrace Pavilion in the House of Commons to celebrate the conclusion of the first session of the new Parliament. Sponsored by Sodexo UK & Ireland, the event brought together MPs, ministers, senior business executives and influential leaders from business, education, health and the government
Breaking down Barriers in the local community
Being a key part of the local community is really important to all colleagues at PGL Beyond.
The Vincent Rooms, the trio of restaurants serving up star talent in hospitality
Capital City College’s Vincent Rooms might seem like the star attraction of our culinary school. But for our students, this Grade II listed building is their classroom.
The Workforce of the Future: How Purpose Lab Is Bridging the Gap Between Businesses and the Next Generation
At Purpose Lab, we believe in the power of fresh thinking. With hundreds of university students within our network, we’re uniquely positioned to help businesses across the UK tap into the insight, creativity, and lived experience of the next generation
Empowering Students Through Real-World Engagement
The Purpose Lab connects students from universities and colleges with leading businesses, immersing them in projects that tackle real-world challenges such as inclusive growth, ethical AI, and workforce wellbeing
Bath Spa University launches new ‘Breaking Down Barriers’ Impact Report
Bath Spa University has published its ‘Breaking Down Barriers for Inclusive Growth’ Impact Report in partnership with The Purpose Coalition at a Parliamentary Reception held in Westminster.
Strong community led partnerships are critical for widening participation in higher education
Our schools and universities are experiencing difficult circumstances. One particularly worrying challenge – which is happening at the intersection of both – is the decline in widening participation.
Sustainable Shipping Starts at Solent
Southampton Solent University is driving maritime innovation, training and sustainability by providing world first training courses for seafarers operating wind assisted vessels.
The importance of the National Student Survey and supporting diverse student backgrounds
The National Student Survey (NSS) plays a crucial role in higher education in the UK by gathering feedback from final‑year undergraduates on their academic experience.
Hybrid working with purpose
Hybrid working isn’t just a buzzword. It’s reshaping how we live, connect and thrive. At Curtins, a leader in civil and structural engineering and long-time Purpose Coalition partner, hybrid working isn't just about flexibility - it's core to a commitment to social impact and wellbeing.
Law firm Clyde & Co breaks down barriers in the legal sector
Global law firm Clyde & Co becomes the latest major law firm to publish a Breaking Down Barriers report with the Purpose Coalition, highlighting its work to widen access to opportunity across the UK.
#LeadingWithPurpose Spotlight: Prof Eunice Simmons, Vice Chancellor of the University of Chester
Our #LeadingWithPurpose Spotlight interview series sees organisational leaders explain what leading with purpose means to them and how they strive to make their organisation a force for good in society. In this episode, read how Professor Eunice Simmons, Vice Chancellor of the University of Chester, does so.
More Than an Ambassador Role: a movement of change
I’m so thankful to the Purpose Coalition for believing in young people like me and giving us these kinds of experiences. Being an ambassador has helped me grow not just in confidence, but in purpose.
Engineering The Effect: My Odyssey as a Student Ambassador of Purpose Lab
With each session, my determination has strengthened for building infrastructure that is not only resilient but also socially conscious and human-centred.
Liverpool John Moores University unveils report to tackle barriers to opportunity in Higher Education
Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) has launched a Breaking Down Barriers Impact Report in collaboration with the Purpose Coalition, spotlighting the university’s work to remove barriers and expand opportunity for students, staff, and local communities.