About us
Why we exist
Britain has a deep social mobility problem. For too many young people, their start in life is limiting their future. They do not have access to the knowledge, tools and networks to help them understand what they can achieve or how to get there.
We’re on a mission to change this and we believe that relatable role models are a key part of the solution.
What we do
Future First brings together schools, alumni, employers and volunteers to create a support network around young people.
Whether through local businesses investing in their communities or major employers supporting social mobility and future talent development, we help young people see what is possible and build the confidence, skills and experiences to get there.
We make career pathways visible and achievable through people who've actually walked them.
What makes alumni good role models?
Having grown up in the same area and perhaps having had some of the same teachers, former students are ideal role models as they are instantly relatable. They can offer advice to students from their context and first-hand experiences.
Why work with employee volunteers?
Employee volunteers can offer students the most up to date insight into the world of work and will help challenge stereotypes while opening doors to previously gatekept sectors.
Our roadmap
“By 2034 we want to see every state school and college in the UK supported by a thriving alumni and employee volunteer network”
Social mobility is a systemic issue and we all have a role to play in levelling the playing field.
At Future First, we believe that every student from every walk of life deserves to thrive. Our roadmap sets out what we intend to do to improve social mobility in the UK and we invite you to join us.
Our strategy focuses on fostering collaboration between schools, government, businesses, and civil society to remove barriers to opportunity and make better use of existing resources and build on best practice.
