Creating Brighter Futures | How business can support the next generation
Join business leaders and community advocates to explore the role of business in driving social mobility, through education.
Social mobility refers to changes in a person’s socio-economic situation, either in relation to their parents or throughout their lifetime.
A person’s social background can limit their work opportunities, which is further compounded by factors such as race, gender, age, and location.
One in four children in Northern Ireland live in poverty, (Joseph Rowntree Foundation, 2025) and this has a profound impact on their educational outcomes and future life chances.
The determinants of social mobility are complex, but businesses in Northern Ireland have a role to play in creating opportunities for all to change their socio-economic situation for the better. Many are already taking action to positively impact their communities, through education.
Tackling these challenges requires collaborative thinking and action across sectors.
Delivered in partnership with Derry & Strabane District Council, this event takes place on Wednesday 18 June, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm at The Guildhall, Derry~Londonderry and invites business leaders and community advocates to explore the role of business in driving social mobility.
Attendees will gain insight into innovative strategies that can drive social mobility and hear from businesses already taking action and collaborating to create meaningful change in schools, communities and workplaces.
This event is free to attend and open to members and non-members of Business in the Community.
Refreshments and a light lunch will be provided during networking, both before and after the agenda items.
Agenda:
• Networking & refreshments
• Welcome
• Bridging the Opportunity Gap
• How Business in the Community can support your business | Ciara Mulgrew, Programme Executive, BITC
• Social mobility showcase & panel discussion
• Networking & light lunch
For more information, please contact: Rimple.palanabrowne@bitcni.org.uk.