Cambridge has some of the greatest inequality in the country in terms of social mobility and overall life chances for disadvantaged children and young people growing up in the region.
Children from disadvantaged backgrounds generally do less well academically and have less opportunities for career progression and income generation. Greater emphasis must be put on education, careers information and work experience opportunities in Cambridge to improve social mobility.
In this episode we talk to Tariq Sadiq, Chair of Cambridge Commons, about the Form the Future mission, and how young people can be empowered in their career choices and prepared for the future. We also hear from Ryan Kelsall, Deputy CEO of the Eastern Learning Alliance, and from Sam Fox, Principal of North Cambridge Academy.
All views expressed by individuals in this episode are their own and do not represent any organisation they may be affiliated with.
This podcast series, Cambridge – in pursuit of equality, is brought to you by Conscious Communications. Find out more at Cambridge2030.org.
If you want to contribute to a future series, get in touch with Alison Taylor at info@consciouscomms.com
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