Based in London, United Kingdom, upReach is a social business that works with corporations and students in order to create employment opportunities for undergraduates while at the same time benefiting policy makers, businesses and the employers themselves. The goal is to improve access to jobs for those from those who have less access to certain professions.
"Evidence shows that equal achievement at university does not translate into equal progression into the profession," writes upReach. "What’s more, graduates from less-privileged backgrounds who do access the professions earn less." The main team members are Henry Morris, Deborah Joseph, Mark Harris who are all young professionals who believe in fair access and programming for undergraduate students so that they can achieve their goals.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Equal Access Programs
- The rise of equal access programs will disrupt traditional hiring practices for young professionals and companies.
- Social Enterprise Partnerships
- Collaborations between social enterprises and corporations will become increasingly popular for creating job opportunities and positive social impact.
- Employment Mobility
- Employment mobility will be prioritized as a crucial factor in promoting diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.
Sectors Adopting This
- Higher Education
- Higher education institutions should prioritize creating partnerships with social enterprises to provide their students with more professional development opportunities.
- Corporate Social Responsibility
- Companies that invest in social enterprise partnerships and equal access programs will be recognized for their commitment to social responsibility and diversity.
- HR & Recruitment
- HR and recruitment industries will need to adapt to the rise of equal access programs and prioritize diversity and inclusivity in their hiring practices.
