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We conduct research into education and employment to influence policy and decision-makers so that every young person can succeed, whatever their background.

Our research covers issues such as GCSE results, university access and youth unemployment and draws on the experiences of our charities.

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Response to the Get Britain Working White Paper

For the Government's white paper to succeed, young people furthest from the labour market must be at the heart of its policy implementation.

November 2024

Lessons from the youth hub library - it’s the details that make a difference

Supporting the development of a demonstrator youth hub, at the Library of Birmingham.

January 2022

Backing the best: Our work with Resurgo

When Impetus came on board in 2010, Resurgo’s main priority was to expand beyond the two centres it was operating in Hammersmith and Chelsea. Today, with Impetus' support, they have improved the effectiveness of their programme so that they are getting more young people into work, for longer, and they have expanded to eight centres across London.

November 2018

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Ready for Work

Careers services are fractured. What do employers look for? This report uses employers to identify six vital capabilities for young people to be ready for work. It gives service providers, employers, funders and policymakers information to inform their service design and investment decisions.

September 2014

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