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Impetus

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 London, England
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Joined April 2012
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We’re no longer active on X. You can still follow our work on: 🔸 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/3213269… 🔸 Our website: impetus.org.uk 🔸 Our newsletter: impetus.org.uk/newsletter-su… 🔸 BlueSky: bsky.app/profile/impetus.org… Thank you to everyone who’s supported our work here.
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We’re hiring: Digital Communications Officer You’ll maintain our strong online presence by delivering creative content, managing online platforms & developing our brand - allowing audiences to engage effectively with our work. Closing: 8 February 2026 impetus.org.uk/careers
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Calling all who are interested in events that bring together experts, allow you to unleash your competitive spirit and fundraise – all in the name of supporting young people from disadvantaged backgrounds. Sign-up to our quarterly events newsletter: impetus.org.uk/newsletter-su…
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Huge congratulations to two members of the Impetus community recognised in the New Year Honours List:
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🔸Serena Wiebe BEM, Boxing Coach and Youth Voice Ambassador at @EmpireFightingC. Serena has received a British Empire Medal for her outstanding services to young people. Empire Fighting Chance is an Impetus portfolio partner within our Engage Fund.
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Both honours are richly deserved. We’re proud to work alongside you in supporting young people to succeed.
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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-su…
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We're calling for govt to put inclusion at the heart of all school reforms with our #InclusionForAll campaign. @TheDifferenceEd 50+ orgs have joined us in calling for this change, to transform the lives of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds. impetus.org.uk/inclusion-for…
Inclusion for All

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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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: impetus.org.uk/our-history
Impetus | 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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3/4 For over 20 years, we’ve combined long-term, unrestricted funding with evidence-led support to help non-profits reach millions of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds. Read about our model: impetus.org.uk/news-and-view…
The Impetus model: a road to transformative impact

The Impetus model: a road to transformative impact

A blog on strategies effectively broadening the reach and depth of philanthropic models, introducing the Impetus model as a case study.

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4/4 We look forward to the next steps from the Office and will continue working with our non-profit partners and our supporters to ensure that every pound invested drives meaningful change for young people.
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Our vision is for a society where all young people, regardless of background, can thrive in school, work and life. We’ve joined 100+ others in calling for govt to fully scrap the two-child limit, to deliver a decisive shift in children’s opportunities & in the UK's potential.
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Why does Impetus do policy and research? 🔍 Our latest blog explores three reasons why policy and research are central to our mission: 1️⃣ Gives voice to lived experience 2️⃣ Directs our resources effectively 3️⃣ Drives systemic change Read: impetus.org.uk/news-and-view…
Driving change for young people through research and policy

Driving change for young people through research and policy

How and why Impetus conducts research and policy work to drive systemic change for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds.

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1/6 With high levels of disengagement from school and stagnating attainment across Britain, the Curriculum and Assessment Review offers a chance to address some of the thorniest challenges facing young people today. Much to celebrate, but a few key recommendations stand out🧵
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5/6 𝐀 𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐞𝐧𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭. Our recent school attendance report found that a lack of enjoyment in school is a key reason why some young people don’t attend every day.
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6/6 This review proposes crucial changes needed to positively shape young people’s futures.  We look forward to working with Government to ensure these recommendations are implemented effectively for all young people.
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