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This study assessed the feasibility of the Career Ahead programme - a school-based, multi-component programme designed to support young people in Year 11 (15–16 year olds) in their transition from education into further education, employment or training.
A pilot evaluation of the DurhamWorks Futures (DWF) programme, a local authority-led, multi-agency partnership that supports young people at risk of NEET in transition from education, and those already NEET into a sustained employment outcome.
A pilot evaluation of the Liverpool Talent Match, a programme that supports young people aged 16-24 in Liverpool who are not in education, employment, or training (EET), and face additional barriers to accessing the labour market.
Exploring Labour Force Survey data by duration of unemployment, highest qualification level, ethnicity, and disability, including the latest data from January to March 2025.
A summary for employers: Key findings on employer engagement with Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.
A Rapid Evidence Assessment on what works to promote employer action and behaviour change in relation to equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI).
Highlighting mechanisms for change, enablers and challenges of Step Up, an intervention designed to support NEET young people with or at risk of involvement in the criminal justice system.
Qualitative research into the participation of young people from minority ethnic backgrounds in apprenticeships.
A summary of recent research with recommendations for employers
An overview of different types of impact evaluation methods for anyone involved in delivering, evaluating, or funding youth employment support programmes.
Bringing together the latest data and evidence on the youth employment landscape to inform effective action.
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Summarising evidence on effective youth employment interventions.
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The latest youth labour market data and our latest research.
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Interactive map of the youth employment system in England.
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