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Presenting evidence-informed recommendations to drive investment and targeted government action
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.
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.
Guidance for organisations that are supporting young people into employment and training
Bringing together the latest data and evidence on the youth employment landscape to inform effective action.
Ourinteractive online tools are designed to help you access and make use of the latest youth employment data and research.
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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The world's largest interactive map of effective youth interventions.
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