The findings of research into challenges facing Black and minoritised young people entering the manual trades highlights that the image of the industry, poor careers information, advice and guidance, show a sector that is not diverse enough with regards to gender and...
Our Analysis Manager, Andrea Barry, responds to May’s ONS labour market stats, noting how long-term unemployment is still higher than pre-pandemic levels (21%) for young people aged 18-24. Youth unemployment is the lowest it’s ever been (10.6%), in a good...
We are delighted to announce the addition of three new Directors to our Board. A huge welcome to Lauren Aird, Jess Evans and George Greaves. Lauren Aird Jess Evans George Greaves We are committed to ensuring that our Board has the combination of skills,...
On the day that the Office for National Statistics releases its latest unemployment figures, a new report from the education think tank EDSK, sponsored by Youth Futures Foundation, finds that on current trends it will take over 150 years before there are no longer any...
Young people facing disadvantage have experienced particular unemployment challenges through the pandemic and it is crucial that employers create jobs and workplaces where they can develop and build long-term careers. As part of our programme of evidence-building as a...
Our interim Chair, Sir Tony Hawkhead, reflects on our impact in 2021. As the cost-of-living crisis grows and the immediate impact of the pandemic recedes, it marks a poignant moment for us to reflect on the past year. In 2021, our second year of operation, Youth...
