The work of The Purpose Coalition starts from a simple premise: tackling complex social challenges demands collaboration that is practical, accountable and prepared to challenge the status quo. That is why the recent announcement that two Coalition partners, E.ON Next and The Wise Group, are joining forces with Glasgow City Council to help ease child poverty matters so much.

In a recent Purpose Lab session, the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) explored with students what its mission to be there for everybody on their lifelong adventures with gardening means in practice, and how horticulture can be made more accessible and relevant to a wider audience.  

Gareth Bacon MP visited Bell Group’s Orpington base to see how one of the UK’s largest property services contractors is supporting local families, creating skilled jobs, and delivering housing improvements that benefit the community.

Clive Efford MP visited the University of Greenwich’s Eltham Campus to meet staff and students and to see firsthand how new technology is being used to strengthen teacher training. 

From day one, Purpose Lab felt different. Instead of treating social, ethical and environmental responsibility as a nice “extra,” it puts them right at the centre of how organisations work.

Our first in our 2026 Purpose Power List Spotlight Series with Kerry Dryburgh explores how lived experience, resilience and purpose-led leadership at bp are breaking down barriers and embedding inclusion, wellbeing and social mobility into culture.

In our latest Purpose Lab session Northern explored what it really takes to attract, retain and support women in rail engineering, through the lens of early-career expectations and lived experience.

Through engaging with Purpose Lab, I have developed the ability to share my opinions and contribute them to people who will actually take them on board.

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.

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.