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
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.
Breaking Down Barriers - A Teesside Student’s Views on NHS Careers
I’m a digital student at Teesside University, and through the Purpose Lab Student Ambassador Scheme, I’ve had the opportunity to join powerful conversations about how employers can support inclusion and create real career access.
My Purpose Coalition Student Ambassador Experience
My experience as a student ambassador for the Purpose Coalition has truly reshaped how I view the relationship between students and the professional world.
From insight to impact: my experience as a Purpose Coalition Student Ambassador
I’ve really enjoyed being a student ambassador with the Purpose Coalition. It’s given me the chance to be part of conversations that aim to shape a more inclusive future by prioritising equal opportunity and access for everyone in the workspace.
Loneliness Awareness Week: How purpose-led organisations are shaping a better-connected society
Loneliness is more than just a personal challenge - it's a wider economic and social problem that demands large scale solutions, including in the workplace.
From Teesside to Tech in the NHS - My Journey Through Purpose Lab
Tech careers in the NHS; I didn’t believe it—until Purpose Lab made it real for me!
The lowdown on a career supporting mental health – Purpose Lab Ambassadors meet Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust
A career supporting one of the biggest mental health trusts in the country was the focus of the latest session to bring together Purpose Lab Ambassadors with Purpose Coalition partners to bridge the divide between education and work.
My Purpose Lab Experience - Suren Hayrapetyan
As a Purpose Coalition Student Ambassador, I’ve had the chance to bridge my academic studies with real-world business challenges and it’s been nothing short of transformative.