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Our research has shown that inequalities beginning in the early years go on to define people’s outcomes later in life.
Meanwhile the most influential roles in society are still be dominated by a privileged few.
This isn't just unfair, it’s also a huge waste of potential.
There are so many reasons why social mobility is an important cause to fight for.
Today gives us the space to highlight all of those reasons, loud and proud.
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Every person who is held back by their background becomes a story that goes untold, which is why year’s thematic focus on stories is so important.
Stories define how we see the world and our place in it; they play a big part in shaping our beliefs and influencing our ambitions.
Talent is everywhere, opportunity is not #SocialMobilityDay
And the facts are clear: social mobility in this country is poor compared to other developed nations. For a child born in the UK today, their chances in life are still strongly linked to their parents’ background 👎
