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@futurefirstalumni.bsky.social
Our vision is a world where a young person’s start in life does not limit their future.

https://futurefirst.org.uk/
It's #VolunteersWeek ! A big thank you to all our volunteers who share their career and education stories, give young people an insight into the world of work and show them what success could look like for someone like them. We couldn't do what we do without you!
June 2, 2025 at 8:17 AM
Best of luck to anyone running the London Marathon tomorrow!
We're excited to announce that we have secured a charity place for next year's marathon. We'll be sharing how you can apply to run for us later this week. Watch this space!
#londonmarathon
April 26, 2025 at 7:14 PM
Our impact report shines a spotlight on the Future First Hub and the impact it continues to have in connecting staff, students and alumni to come together online to build networks and access important resources and opportunities.

Read our impact report today - tinyurl.com/f2at4dcd
March 25, 2025 at 5:42 PM
Our impact report highlights the positive impact we are having on young people in ensuring they connect with relatable role models and have the vital opportunity to "see someone like me".

Follow the link to read our impact report today - tinyurl.com/f2at4dcd
March 24, 2025 at 9:48 AM
Meeting alumni is the perfect way for young people to see themselves represented in careers work.

That's why we are working hard to widen opportunities for all, ensuring everyone has access to our support.

Read our impact report today - tinyurl.com/f2at4dcd
March 18, 2025 at 7:38 PM
As part of #NationalCareersWeek, the students from Sir Harry Smith Community College attended an insight day at Markerstudy Group's offices and learnt more about careers in the Insurance sector.

Join our growing numbers of employer partners: www.futurefirst.org.uk/become-a-partner/
March 6, 2025 at 9:42 AM
As Future First celebrates its 15th anniversary, we asked 15 of our staff and trustees to share the advice they would give their 15-year-old selves.

Here are our team’s pieces of wisdom, each offering insight into navigating life and careers in an ever evolving world - tinyurl.com/2s4ds357
February 26, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Future First turns 15 this month!

To celebrate, we're launching our GIVE 15 campaign.

Find out how you can help make a difference today by donating £15 and/or 15 minutes to help young people navigate their futures with confidence - tinyurl.com/bdf74arh
February 21, 2025 at 11:49 AM
Did you know? 90% of apprentices stay in employment after finishing & 71% stay with the same employer.

Last year, we asked some of our alumni to share their top tips about apprenticeships, read what they had to say on our blog: futurefirst.org.uk/alumni-appre...

#NationalApprenticeshipWeek #NAW
February 13, 2025 at 9:31 AM
The Future First pledge for the third sector.

Make your pledge today and help us create a path where all young people can access a path to success. tinyurl.com/pt6yckf6
February 11, 2025 at 1:14 PM
The Future First pledge for schools. Make your pledge today to help young people reach their potential.

Link to pledge: tinyurl.com/pt6yckf6
February 7, 2025 at 9:39 AM
Our pledge for employers. Sign up now and join the many employers around the UK already supporting us!

sign up link: tinyurl.com/pt6yckf6
February 6, 2025 at 10:15 AM
The Future First pledge is a first step towards achieving our aim of seeing every state school and college in the UK supported by a thriving alumni and employee volunteer network by 2034.

Follow this link to make your pledge today and help us make this a reality: tinyurl.com/pt6yckf6.
February 5, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Recent research by @suttontrust.bsky.social uncovered an alarming growing gap between middle-class and working-class graduates' access to internships.

It's vital that internships are made more accessible. Let's ensure all young people can build networks and access opportunities.
January 28, 2025 at 12:30 PM