“You have to give people a chance” - how Sodexo is improving the justice system
If you think it should have a focus on rehabilitating prisoners and giving people with criminal records a chance to reintegrate into society, then Sodexo’s Starting Fresh programme offers a pragmatic way of doing so.
Britain needs a long-term plan for energy security: an E.ON call to action
After the turbulence caused by the recent energy crisis, a new Parliament presents an opportunity for politicians and the energy sector to partner together with purpose to deliver fairer, cheaper and more sustainable energy for the people of Great Britain.
It’s time to break the silence around periods
Some issues are so ingrained in society that it is not apparent they are issues at all, despite affecting a significant proportion of the population. One such issue is the lack of comprehensive menstruation awareness in the workplace.
The Purpose Power List 2024
Welcome to the inaugural Purpose Power List, our curated list that celebrates leaders who are #leadingwithpurpose through their dedication to impact-driven work.
Rail sector jobs are an exciting, positive destination
Southeastern Railway’s biggest ever recruitment drive aims to hire 600 new people over the next year. They’ll join a workforce that’s already over 4,500 people, responsible for delivering half a million journeys every day.
The Purpose Lab: Empowering Future Leaders to Shape a Better Business World
The Purpose Lab, from the Purpose Coalition is harnessing the potential of students from universities and colleges by giving them real world work experience in shaping responsible business strategies and social impact initiatives for some of the UK's largest businesses.
Reeves’ move beyond greenwashing will reignite trust in business
The lack of clarity on how organisations are performing - and how that is measured - has been problematic for some time. Barely a week goes by without distracting accusations of greenwashing that undermine the validity of ESG claims.
New project launched to break down barriers within accountancy
The Breaking Down Barriers to Accountancy project was launched by Chair of the Purpose Coalition and former Education Secretary Rt Hon Justine Greening, who is herself a trained accountant.
Breaking down the barriers to law needs action and measurement
The collaborative project by the Purpose Coalition and a group of leading law firms aims to boost social mobility and put the legal sector at the forefront of innovation in this space.
Celebrating Entrepreneurial Spirit: Nisa’s Impact on Independent Retailers and Communities Across the UK
Nisa, in partnership with The Purpose Coalition, has launched the “Breaking Down Barriers to Opportunity” Impact Report, hosted in the iconic setting of Parliament.
Transforming lives and communities across the North. Because where you live shouldn’t dictate your destiny.
In the UK a stark reality persists: the postcode lottery. Too many communities are held back by systemic inequalities. At Karbon Homes, we don’t accept this as the status quo.
Dismantling Barriers, Empowering Futures: How Aldermore is Supporting Young People Today
While recent months and years have proved challenging for all of us due to the increasing cost of living, it is often the youngest generations that are struggling the most.
Purposeful Partnerships - Powering Social Impact in the Financial Services Sector
The Purpose Coalition and Equiniti have announced their partnership to advance social impact across the financial services sector and beyond.
Making a Difference Locally
Nisa’s registered charity, Making a Difference Locally (MADL) raises funds in Nisa partner stores from sales of all Co-op and Heritage own-label products, with a percentage going into a virtual fund for retailers to donate.
Lumo & Hull Trains: Breaking Barriers in Rail for a Better Future
Lumo & Hull Trains are driving social mobility, economic growth, and championing environmental sustainability through their innovative services.
Laying the Pipeline: Securing Future Skills at Northern Gas Networks
At Northern Gas Networks (NGN), we are acutely aware that our success depends not just on the infrastructure we maintain but on the talented people who power our operations.
A call for cumulative and collective action on social value as The Purpose Coalition leaders urge every organisation to step up
Working together in partnership is the only way to tackle the wide range of challenges that the country is facing and deliver a fairer society. That was the message from the Chair of the Breaking Down Barriers Commission, Nick Forbes CBE, as he addressed the Social Value Conference 2024 in Birmingham.
Achieving Equity through Diversity & Inclusion: Breaking Barriers for Disabled Individuals
Guest Blog: People with physical disabilities face numerous challenges in securing employment. Despite many companies promoting themselves as Disability Confident Employers, their actions often fall short of this claim.
My Experience as a Student Ambassador
As a student ambassador for the Purpose Coalition Student Ambassador Programme, I had the opportunity to engage with the core values and 15 Purpose Goals that focus on breaking down barriers to opportunity.
Purpose Coalition and Sodexo host Breaking Down Barriers reception with Jacqui Smith and James Timpson at Labour Party Conference
In a powerful display of collaboration between government and business, the Purpose Coalition and Sodexo UK & Ireland hosted Baroness Jacqui Smith, Minister of State for Skills, and Lord James Timpson OBE, Minister of State for Prisons, Parole, and Probation, at the Breaking Down Barriers reception during the Labour Party Conference.