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Written in partnership with the Youth Futures Foundation, this report looks at the trends and responses to youth employment since the last recession. It shows that those most likely to be out of work and education are some of the most vulnerable young people, and that the headline numbers overlook some pressing issues such as underemployment.
April 2020
Impetus has access to an enormous range of events across the country, including marathons, cycle races and tough mudders Continue reading…
This week was our Chief Executive's last at Impetus. He shares his reflections in the hope that it kicks off similar conversations with others in the sector. Continue reading…
Existing data fails to support lengthening the school day as a means to boost attainment, according to new report Continue reading…
Impetus, together with our charity partner Resurgo, worked closely with the West Midlands Combined Authority, Department for Work and Pensions and local service providers to design a service that is truly beneficial to those it’s meant to reach. The process has given us unique insight into how Youth Hubs can add value to the employment landscape, taking into account local issues and challenges. We hope the resulting document can act as a blueprint for Youth Hubs design across the country and give a fighting chance to all young people who are ready to take the next step towards employment.
January 2022
At Impetus, we build sector-leading charities. We work shoulder-to-shoulder with them to help make them stronger, delivering better results year after year, to more young people from disadvantaged backgrounds.
June 2023
A new report published by the Education Policy Institute, commissioned by Impetus, identifies a “suspension grades gap", with young people who experience even a single suspension, or temporary removal from secondary school, less likely to pass crucial GCSEs in English and maths.
March 2024
An Impetus Leadership Academy event on why it is not good enough to be merely ‘non-racist’ and how leaders can effectively embed anti-racism in their work. Continue reading…
How and why Impetus conducts research and policy work to drive systemic change for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds. Continue reading…
A blog exploring what the 2025 autumn Budget means for donors, how Impetus’ philanthropic model creates long-term impact for young people - and why this is not the time for reactive giving. Continue reading…