@up_Reach

We support undergraduates from lower socioeconomic backgrounds to secure top graduate jobs. This account is inactive, follow us on Bluesky.

 United Kingdom
upReach.org.uk
Joined March 2012
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Our CEO, @NickBent, has authored an opinion piece for the Financial Times, where we call upon the FCA to make the reporting of social class data mandatory for all large financial companies. 📰 Check out the full article below 👇
Financial Times
@FT16 Oct 2023
Class and the City on.ft.com/3RYLoCE | opinion

Class and the City

The FCA’s consultation on diversity and inclusion will be out of step if it fails to tackle this aspect of the barriers to success

ft.com
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We're leaving X. Our account will stay open as an archive, but we won’t be posting or monitoring engagement on this platform. Thank you to our audience for the meaningful conversations we've had over the years. 👋Follow us on Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/upreach.bsk…
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We'll be active on other social media platforms. Find us on: Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/upreach.bsk… LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/upreach… Instagram: instagram.com/upreach_team/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@upreach_team 👋
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upReach Associates had the amazing opportunity to learn more about what it’s like to work at a Big Four firm at EY's Leeds Office! They took part in a mock group exercise, networked with EY professionals, and heard from graduates! Thank you to @EYnews for such an amazing day!
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📩 Want to attend future Insight Days? Sign up for upReach’s tailored career support to gain work experience with top graduate employers: upreach.org.uk/
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Many care-experienced young people face unique barriers to social mobility and employment. From limited career exposure to feeling like you’re navigating job hunting alone, the transition from uni to work can be overwhelming.
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If you’ve ever had any of these worries, upReach is here to help. We’re committed to supporting uni students on their journey to success. 🔗 Interested? Head to: upreach.org.uk/apply-now/ to apply now and receive our tailored career support! #CareDay #CareLeavers #SocialMobility
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NOMINATIONS CLOSE TODAY! studentsocialmobilityawards.…
upReach@up_Reach20 Feb 2025
🚨Last chance to make a nomination 🚨 There’s only one day left to make a nomination for the 2025 Student Social Mobility Awards 👇 studentsocialmobilityawards.…
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🚨Last chance to make a nomination 🚨 There’s only one day left to make a nomination for the 2025 Student Social Mobility Awards 👇 studentsocialmobilityawards.…
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There are only 2days left to make a nomination for the 2025 Student Social Mobility Awards. We’ve seen some outstanding nominations so far and there’s still time to celebrate someone deserving! studentsocialmobilityawards.… #upReach #SSMA #SSMAzing #SocialMobility
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Did you know you can run a half marathon, 10K, or more to support social mobility? Our Associate, Zaira, did just that at the Battersea Park Half Marathon! 🎉 👟 Sign up today: upreach.org.uk/involved/#fun…
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Low-income students are less likely to secure well-paid graduate roles than their more advantaged peers, even when they outperform them academically. 📉 This needs to change. That’s why we’re on a mission to transform social mobility. 🌍
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🎟️ Join upReach for an unforgettable evening in the magnificent Barbican Conservatory on Wednesday 2nd April at our Unlocking potential Gala Dinner. Tables are selling fast! Secure your tickets here: uk.givergy.com/unlocking-pot…
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🚨 Have you made your nomination? 🚨 Only 9 days left to nominate for the 2025 Student Social Mobility Awards! 🏆 Don’t miss your chance to celebrate someone deserving. Shortlisted nominees will be invited to Mansion House in July 🎉 Find out more⬇️ 🔗 studentsocialmobilityawards.…
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📊 Globally, women make up only one-third of scientific researchers—a figure that has barely changed over the past decade. At senior levels, the gap widens: just 12% of national science academy members are women. #WomenInSTEM #IDWGS
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💡 Tomorrow is the International Day of Women & Girls in STEM—a chance to reaffirm our commitment to equality & diversity in STEM. 🚀 More representation = more innovation. Let’s break the barriers. #IDWGS #WomenInSTEM
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At upReach, we help university students from lower socio-economic backgrounds break into STEM careers through: 🔹 Tech500 🔹 Engineering Programme 🔹 Energy & Net Zero Programme 👩‍🔬 The STEM world needs more women. Apply now: upreach.org.uk/apply-now/
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upReach is now on Bluesky! Follow us at @ upreach.bsky.social to stay updated on all things upReach & social mobility: bsky.app/profile/upreach.bsk…
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Tell everyone you’re fundraising for a cause that’s making a real difference this year. (It’s the perfect way to stay motivated!) 🎯 Choose from hundreds of events on Run For Charity’s website and support us: runforcharity.com/charity/up… #RunforCharity #RunforupReach #SocialMobility
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Nominations for the 2025 Student Social Mobility Awards are underway! If you know someone who deserves an undergraduate award recognition, make sure you nominate them by the 21 February! studentsocialmobilityawards.…
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💼We have eight Sector Awards that recognise outstanding achievement in specific career sectors while at university, ranging from Tech to Creative Industries, Media & Communications.
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Each nominated undergraduate is still automatically eligible for the Outstanding Achievement Award. The Outstanding Achievement Award goes to the nominee with the highest overall score from the judges. To find out more about each award: studentsocialmobilityawards.…
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