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We transform the lives of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds by ensuring they get the right support to succeed in school, in work and in life.
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· Dec 8
🚨Applications for the Impetus Leadership Academy’s (ILA) fifth cohort are now open🚨
The ILA is a fully-funded programme supporting talent from ethnic minority backgrounds in the UK youth sector to progress into senior leadership.
www.impetus.org.uk/leadership-a...
Closing 11:59pm, 11 January 2026
The ILA is a fully-funded programme supporting talent from ethnic minority backgrounds in the UK youth sector to progress into senior leadership.
www.impetus.org.uk/leadership-a...
Closing 11:59pm, 11 January 2026
We’re excited to join our partners @thedifferenceed.bsky.social at their #IncludEd conference this Saturday, where our CEO and Senior Policy Advisors will participate in sessions on how we can measure inclusion and build truly inclusive schools.
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Join us: eventbrite.co.uk/e/included-2...
January 7, 2026 at 9:06 AM
We’re excited to join our partners @thedifferenceed.bsky.social at their #IncludEd conference this Saturday, where our CEO and Senior Policy Advisors will participate in sessions on how we can measure inclusion and build truly inclusive schools.
Join us: eventbrite.co.uk/e/included-2...
Join us: eventbrite.co.uk/e/included-2...
Closing soon: applications for the Impetus Leadership Academy (ILA)
The ILA is a fully-funded programme for mid to senior-level managers from ethnic minority backgrounds in the UK youth sector to progress into more senior leadership.
Closing: 11 January
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The ILA is a fully-funded programme for mid to senior-level managers from ethnic minority backgrounds in the UK youth sector to progress into more senior leadership.
Closing: 11 January
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January 6, 2026 at 12:32 PM
Closing soon: applications for the Impetus Leadership Academy (ILA)
The ILA is a fully-funded programme for mid to senior-level managers from ethnic minority backgrounds in the UK youth sector to progress into more senior leadership.
Closing: 11 January
impetus.org.uk/leadership-a...
The ILA is a fully-funded programme for mid to senior-level managers from ethnic minority backgrounds in the UK youth sector to progress into more senior leadership.
Closing: 11 January
impetus.org.uk/leadership-a...
Less than a month left to apply for the Impetus Leadership Academy (ILA), a fully-funded programme supporting managers from ethnic minority backgrounds in the UK youth sector to progress into senior leadership.
Closing: 11 January 2026
Find out more: www.impetus.org.uk/leadership-a...
Closing: 11 January 2026
Find out more: www.impetus.org.uk/leadership-a...
December 19, 2025 at 9:33 AM
Less than a month left to apply for the Impetus Leadership Academy (ILA), a fully-funded programme supporting managers from ethnic minority backgrounds in the UK youth sector to progress into senior leadership.
Closing: 11 January 2026
Find out more: www.impetus.org.uk/leadership-a...
Closing: 11 January 2026
Find out more: www.impetus.org.uk/leadership-a...
Out today: Impetus Insights, December edition❄️
Impetus Insights brings you the latest ideas, news and reading about education and employment policy.
@brgadsby.bsky.social, our Head of Policy and Research, shares six highlights from this month's newsletter.
Read: www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
Impetus Insights brings you the latest ideas, news and reading about education and employment policy.
@brgadsby.bsky.social, our Head of Policy and Research, shares six highlights from this month's newsletter.
Read: www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
December 18, 2025 at 10:55 AM
Out today: Impetus Insights, December edition❄️
Impetus Insights brings you the latest ideas, news and reading about education and employment policy.
@brgadsby.bsky.social, our Head of Policy and Research, shares six highlights from this month's newsletter.
Read: www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
Impetus Insights brings you the latest ideas, news and reading about education and employment policy.
@brgadsby.bsky.social, our Head of Policy and Research, shares six highlights from this month's newsletter.
Read: www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
As 2025 draws to a close, we're sharing some of our highlights.
Without our donors & supporters, we simply couldn’t do: transforming the education & employment outcomes of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Interested in getting involved in 2026? Discover how: impetus.org.uk/support-us
Without our donors & supporters, we simply couldn’t do: transforming the education & employment outcomes of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Interested in getting involved in 2026? Discover how: impetus.org.uk/support-us
December 17, 2025 at 9:37 AM
As 2025 draws to a close, we're sharing some of our highlights.
Without our donors & supporters, we simply couldn’t do: transforming the education & employment outcomes of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Interested in getting involved in 2026? Discover how: impetus.org.uk/support-us
Without our donors & supporters, we simply couldn’t do: transforming the education & employment outcomes of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Interested in getting involved in 2026? Discover how: impetus.org.uk/support-us
"I think IntoUniversity will help me become a doctor with their mentoring sessions."
Discover how @intouniversity.bsky.social supports thousands of young people like Lisa to achieve academically and work toward future ambitions, in our latest case study.
www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
Discover how @intouniversity.bsky.social supports thousands of young people like Lisa to achieve academically and work toward future ambitions, in our latest case study.
www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
IntoUniversity graduates from Impetus’ portfolio after 17 years of…
IntoUniversity will now enter the Impetus Alumni Network, as we begin a new stage in our relationship.
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December 15, 2025 at 9:35 AM
"I think IntoUniversity will help me become a doctor with their mentoring sessions."
Discover how @intouniversity.bsky.social supports thousands of young people like Lisa to achieve academically and work toward future ambitions, in our latest case study.
www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
Discover how @intouniversity.bsky.social supports thousands of young people like Lisa to achieve academically and work toward future ambitions, in our latest case study.
www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
Can private markets propel philanthropy?
Our Director of Philanthropy discusses the Impetus model - why it's an exemplar for using private equity to propel philanthropy & helping young people from disadvantaged backgrounds succeed in school, work & life.
www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
Our Director of Philanthropy discusses the Impetus model - why it's an exemplar for using private equity to propel philanthropy & helping young people from disadvantaged backgrounds succeed in school, work & life.
www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
Backing the Best: how private markets can propel philanthropy in the…
Harbi Jama, Director of Philanthropy and Partnerships at Impetus, discusses the Impetus model and how private markets can propel philanthropy in the UK.
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December 12, 2025 at 10:54 AM
Can private markets propel philanthropy?
Our Director of Philanthropy discusses the Impetus model - why it's an exemplar for using private equity to propel philanthropy & helping young people from disadvantaged backgrounds succeed in school, work & life.
www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
Our Director of Philanthropy discusses the Impetus model - why it's an exemplar for using private equity to propel philanthropy & helping young people from disadvantaged backgrounds succeed in school, work & life.
www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
Since 2019, we & @voice21oracy.bsky.social have been calling for oracy – articulating ideas & engaging with others through speaking & listening – to be embedded in the national curriculum.
Our new case study shows how we ensure every young person’s voice is heard: www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
Our new case study shows how we ensure every young person’s voice is heard: www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
Oracy on the agenda: a case study with Voice 21
Case study of our work with Voice 21 and how, together, we have created momentum for national policy change so that young people from disadvantaged…
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December 10, 2025 at 9:10 AM
Since 2019, we & @voice21oracy.bsky.social have been calling for oracy – articulating ideas & engaging with others through speaking & listening – to be embedded in the national curriculum.
Our new case study shows how we ensure every young person’s voice is heard: www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
Our new case study shows how we ensure every young person’s voice is heard: www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
🚨Applications for the Impetus Leadership Academy’s (ILA) fifth cohort are now open🚨
The ILA is a fully-funded programme supporting talent from ethnic minority backgrounds in the UK youth sector to progress into senior leadership.
www.impetus.org.uk/leadership-a...
Closing 11:59pm, 11 January 2026
The ILA is a fully-funded programme supporting talent from ethnic minority backgrounds in the UK youth sector to progress into senior leadership.
www.impetus.org.uk/leadership-a...
Closing 11:59pm, 11 January 2026
December 8, 2025 at 1:50 PM
🚨Applications for the Impetus Leadership Academy’s (ILA) fifth cohort are now open🚨
The ILA is a fully-funded programme supporting talent from ethnic minority backgrounds in the UK youth sector to progress into senior leadership.
www.impetus.org.uk/leadership-a...
Closing 11:59pm, 11 January 2026
The ILA is a fully-funded programme supporting talent from ethnic minority backgrounds in the UK youth sector to progress into senior leadership.
www.impetus.org.uk/leadership-a...
Closing 11:59pm, 11 January 2026
Our fourth Impetus Leadership Academy cohort has graduated 🎉
Through coaching, mentoring and masterclasses, they’ve grown skills, confidence and networks to step into senior leadership.
Huge thanks to State Street and Bank of America for sponsoring this year's programme.
Through coaching, mentoring and masterclasses, they’ve grown skills, confidence and networks to step into senior leadership.
Huge thanks to State Street and Bank of America for sponsoring this year's programme.
December 8, 2025 at 9:49 AM
Our fourth Impetus Leadership Academy cohort has graduated 🎉
Through coaching, mentoring and masterclasses, they’ve grown skills, confidence and networks to step into senior leadership.
Huge thanks to State Street and Bank of America for sponsoring this year's programme.
Through coaching, mentoring and masterclasses, they’ve grown skills, confidence and networks to step into senior leadership.
Huge thanks to State Street and Bank of America for sponsoring this year's programme.
Impetus transforms the lives of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds by backing the best non-profit orgs. We rely on supporters who volunteer their time and expertise to run workshops or deliver pro bono support. #InternationalVolunteerDay #IVD2025
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Corporate giving
Explore how your company can support Impetus' mission.
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December 5, 2025 at 9:06 AM
Impetus transforms the lives of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds by backing the best non-profit orgs. We rely on supporters who volunteer their time and expertise to run workshops or deliver pro bono support. #InternationalVolunteerDay #IVD2025
www.impetus.org.uk/support-us/c...
www.impetus.org.uk/support-us/c...
Last week, the Chancellor delivered her autumn Budget. Our latest blog explores what the 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.
Read here: www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
Read here: www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
How long-term philanthropy closes the opportunity gap for young people
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…
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December 4, 2025 at 9:25 AM
Last week, the Chancellor delivered her autumn Budget. Our latest blog explores what the 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.
Read here: www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
Read here: www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
It was a privilege to share with our donors this morning how their support has enabled us to back alumni partner @intouniversity.bsky.social and celebrate the impact they’re having on the lives of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds across the UK.
www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
IntoUniversity graduates from Impetus’ portfolio after 17 years of…
IntoUniversity will now enter the Impetus Alumni Network, as we begin a new stage in our relationship.
www.impetus.org.uk
December 3, 2025 at 10:07 AM
It was a privilege to share with our donors this morning how their support has enabled us to back alumni partner @intouniversity.bsky.social and celebrate the impact they’re having on the lives of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds across the UK.
www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
Reposted by Impetus
Why are we still failing to learn key lessons from the pandemic, such as the false economy of not funding education properly, asks @impetus.org.uk chief Susannah Hardyman
This Neet crisis proves the danger of underfunding schools
School attendance problems and the rising number of young people not in education or employment are a result of the failure to properly fund education in the pandemic – Labour must not make the same mistake, writes Susannah Hardyman
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November 29, 2025 at 8:05 AM
Why are we still failing to learn key lessons from the pandemic, such as the false economy of not funding education properly, asks @impetus.org.uk chief Susannah Hardyman
Explore how we, together with our non-profit partners, tackle the three most difficult challenges affecting a young person’s ability to succeed today, working towards a society where all young people can thrive in school, work and life.
Our model: www.impetus.org.uk/our-model
Our model: www.impetus.org.uk/our-model
Our model
We invest in the best education and employment non-profit organisations and use insights from these organisations as the basis of our research and policy…
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December 2, 2025 at 9:53 AM
Explore how we, together with our non-profit partners, tackle the three most difficult challenges affecting a young person’s ability to succeed today, working towards a society where all young people can thrive in school, work and life.
Our model: www.impetus.org.uk/our-model
Our model: www.impetus.org.uk/our-model
Can charities be a powerful voice in driving policy change?
Our CEO Susannah Hardyman MBE explores Impetus' approach to creating long-term, systemic change for young people through our policy work - including how this journey takes time and evidence.
www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
Our CEO Susannah Hardyman MBE explores Impetus' approach to creating long-term, systemic change for young people through our policy work - including how this journey takes time and evidence.
www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
The role of the third sector in governmental advocacy
Impetus CEO Susannah Hardyman MBE explores why charities are a powerful voice in the policy sphere and the journey to making long-term, systemic changes…
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November 28, 2025 at 9:36 AM
Can charities be a powerful voice in driving policy change?
Our CEO Susannah Hardyman MBE explores Impetus' approach to creating long-term, systemic change for young people through our policy work - including how this journey takes time and evidence.
www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
Our CEO Susannah Hardyman MBE explores Impetus' approach to creating long-term, systemic change for young people through our policy work - including how this journey takes time and evidence.
www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
Out today: Impetus Insights - November edition ❄️
Our monthly policy newsletter brings you the latest updates and analysis on education and employment policy.
Ayesha Baloch, our Senior Policy Advisor, shares six highlights in this month's newsletter.
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Our monthly policy newsletter brings you the latest updates and analysis on education and employment policy.
Ayesha Baloch, our Senior Policy Advisor, shares six highlights in this month's newsletter.
youtube.com/shorts/uVzvY...
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November 27, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Out today: Impetus Insights - November edition ❄️
Our monthly policy newsletter brings you the latest updates and analysis on education and employment policy.
Ayesha Baloch, our Senior Policy Advisor, shares six highlights in this month's newsletter.
youtube.com/shorts/uVzvY...
Our monthly policy newsletter brings you the latest updates and analysis on education and employment policy.
Ayesha Baloch, our Senior Policy Advisor, shares six highlights in this month's newsletter.
youtube.com/shorts/uVzvY...
OPENING SOON 8 Dec: Impetus Leadership Academy (ILA) 2026 Cohort applications 👀
Now in its fifth year, the ILA is a free programme designed to support mid-senior managers from ethnic minority backgrounds in the UK youth sector to progress in their careers.
impetus.org.uk/leadership-a...
Now in its fifth year, the ILA is a free programme designed to support mid-senior managers from ethnic minority backgrounds in the UK youth sector to progress in their careers.
impetus.org.uk/leadership-a...
November 26, 2025 at 9:41 AM
OPENING SOON 8 Dec: Impetus Leadership Academy (ILA) 2026 Cohort applications 👀
Now in its fifth year, the ILA is a free programme designed to support mid-senior managers from ethnic minority backgrounds in the UK youth sector to progress in their careers.
impetus.org.uk/leadership-a...
Now in its fifth year, the ILA is a free programme designed to support mid-senior managers from ethnic minority backgrounds in the UK youth sector to progress in their careers.
impetus.org.uk/leadership-a...
#ICYMI our Director of Philanthropy shares his journey from arriving in the UK as a refugee child to leading in philanthropy. He explores how philanthropy can drive transformational change for young people from disadvantaged and ethnic minority backgrounds.
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www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
Standing firm in power and pride: transforming philanthropy to unlock…
Impetus' Director of Philanthropy, Harbi Jama, describes his personal journey from a refugee child to a leader in philanthropy in a blog for Black History…
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November 25, 2025 at 9:12 AM
#ICYMI our Director of Philanthropy shares his journey from arriving in the UK as a refugee child to leading in philanthropy. He explores how philanthropy can drive transformational change for young people from disadvantaged and ethnic minority backgrounds.
www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
Calling all who are interested in events bringing together experts in private equity, allow you to unleash your competitive spirit and fundraise – all to support young people from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Sign-up to our quarterly events newsletter: impetus.org.uk/newsletter-s...
Sign-up to our quarterly events newsletter: impetus.org.uk/newsletter-s...
November 24, 2025 at 9:16 AM
Calling all who are interested in events bringing together experts in private equity, allow you to unleash your competitive spirit and fundraise – all to support young people from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Sign-up to our quarterly events newsletter: impetus.org.uk/newsletter-s...
Sign-up to our quarterly events newsletter: impetus.org.uk/newsletter-s...
Discover how we back the best education and employment non-profit organisations, and influence policy to deliver systemic change, so more young people get the education, qualifications, and opportunities they need for a fulfilling life. #WorldChildrensDay
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November 20, 2025 at 9:55 AM
Discover how we back the best education and employment non-profit organisations, and influence policy to deliver systemic change, so more young people get the education, qualifications, and opportunities they need for a fulfilling life. #WorldChildrensDay
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We're calling for govt to put inclusion at the heart of all school reforms with our #InclusionForAll campaign. @thedifferenceed.bsky.social
50+ orgs have joined us in calling for this change, to transform the lives of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds.
www.impetus.org.uk/inclusion-fo...
50+ orgs have joined us in calling for this change, to transform the lives of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds.
www.impetus.org.uk/inclusion-fo...
Inclusion for All
Our campaign with The Difference, calling for inclusive school reform - backed by more than 50 parent groups, school trusts, charities and campaigners.
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November 19, 2025 at 10:53 AM
We're calling for govt to put inclusion at the heart of all school reforms with our #InclusionForAll campaign. @thedifferenceed.bsky.social
50+ orgs have joined us in calling for this change, to transform the lives of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds.
www.impetus.org.uk/inclusion-fo...
50+ orgs have joined us in calling for this change, to transform the lives of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds.
www.impetus.org.uk/inclusion-fo...
With the new Office for Impact Economy set to support local communities by partnering with businesses & philanthropists, our Director of Philanthropy discusses the Impetus model and why it's an exemplar when using private equity to propel philanthropy.
Read blog: www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
Read blog: www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
Backing the Best: how private markets can propel philanthropy in the…
Harbi Jama, Director of Philanthropy and Partnerships at Impetus, discusses the Impetus model and how private markets can propel philanthropy in the UK.
www.impetus.org.uk
November 18, 2025 at 12:50 PM
With the new Office for Impact Economy set to support local communities by partnering with businesses & philanthropists, our Director of Philanthropy discusses the Impetus model and why it's an exemplar when using private equity to propel philanthropy.
Read blog: www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
Read blog: www.impetus.org.uk/news-and-vie...
Over the years, Impetus has dedicated itself to supporting leading organisations who transform the lives of young people so that they succeed in school, work and life.
Explore our history here: www.impetus.org.uk/our-history
Explore our history here: www.impetus.org.uk/our-history
Impetus | Our history
Impetus was formed in 2013 from the merger of Impetus Trust and The Private Equity Foundation (PEF).
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November 17, 2025 at 10:14 AM
Over the years, Impetus has dedicated itself to supporting leading organisations who transform the lives of young people so that they succeed in school, work and life.
Explore our history here: www.impetus.org.uk/our-history
Explore our history here: www.impetus.org.uk/our-history
🧵1/4 It’s exciting to hear that the govt's new Office for the Impact Economy will support local communities by partnering with businesses, social investors and philanthropists.
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November 12, 2025 at 4:46 PM
🧵1/4 It’s exciting to hear that the govt's new Office for the Impact Economy will support local communities by partnering with businesses, social investors and philanthropists.
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