Key Takeaways:
- The shortlist for the 2023 UK Social Mobility Awards has been announced, showcasing entities that foster social mobility.
- The UK’s social mobility is ranked 12 out of 14 in the developed world, highlighting the need for improvements.
- Making The Leap, a societal change charity, organizes the awards, with winners announced at a gala on October 12, 2023.
UK Social Mobility Awards 2023 Shortlist Announced
The list of contenders for the 2023 UK Social Mobility Awards (SOMOs) has been unveiled, shining a spotlight on businesses and educators that play a crucial role in advancing social mobility across the UK.
The SOMOs recognize and honor UK organizations that have developed significant initiatives to boost social mobility within their workforce and beyond. This celebration of entities striving to enhance social mobility is especially crucial, considering the UK’s concerning ranking in social mobility amongst developed nations – 12th out of 14 in a recent study.
The awards are organized by Making The Leap, a charity committed to fostering societal change. The SOMOs were the first national awards explicitly aimed at social mobility, intending to raise awareness about the subject by showcasing the pioneering work of progressive organizations dedicated to its improvement.
This year’s shortlist includes a diverse array of industries’ organizations and individuals who have shown a steadfast commitment to advancing social mobility and demonstrated the effectiveness of their initiatives.
An independent panel of leading figures from the business, charity, and public sectors will determine the winners, under the chairmanship of the HM Lord Lieutenant of London, Sir Kenneth Olisa OBE. The awardees will be honored at an in-person gala slated for Thursday, October 12, 2023.
Tunde Banjoko OBE, Chief Executive of Making The Leap, expressed his satisfaction with the response to the 2023 UK Social Mobility Awards. “Social mobility is an increasingly important issue in our society,” he said. He added that the scope and quality of this year’s entries indicated that UK businesses are ready to rise to the challenge.
Amazon has been announced as the Gold Partners for the 2023 UK Social Mobility Awards.
About The UK Social Mobility Awards
The UK Social Mobility Awards is an initiative by the charity, Making The Leap, to highlight and celebrate organizations making strides in advancing social mobility within the United Kingdom. It provides a platform to applaud businesses, educators, and individuals working towards a more equitable society.
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