Young people from disadvantaged backgrounds are four times more likely to become socially mobile and achieve higher earnings if they attend university, according to The Access Project. But for many disadvantaged students, they lack the belief that this mobility into selective universities and higher education is possible. Yet Ras.I Martin, an Oxford graduate who lived below the poverty line, thought the idea of himself going to a selective university was audacious. He is proof, like many before him, that hard work and dedication, when met with support, care and belief systems, can lead to brilliant futures.

Drawing on Finlay Worthington’s lived experience of long-term ketamine use, this blog explores the physical, emotional and social impacts of addiction, and what effective support can look like for individuals, families and services.

Young people from disadvantaged backgrounds are four times more likely to become socially mobile and achieve higher earnings if they attend university, according to The Access Project. But for many disadvantaged students, they lack the belief that this mobility into selective universities and higher education is possible. Yet Ras.I Martin, an Oxford graduate who lived below the poverty line, thought the idea of himself going to a selective university was audacious. He is proof, like many before him, that hard work and dedication, when met with support, care and belief systems, can lead to brilliant futures.

A modern office should earn its commute. If it doesn’t improve focus, collaboration, or speed of work, it becomes a cost centre rather than a performance tool. For years, office design was driven by aesthetics, headcount, and “best practice” layouts that often had little to do with how people actually work day to day. Then hybrid working changed the equation entirely.

Online networking at conferences has become one of the most important ways professionals build relationships, generate opportunities and expand their industry reach. With the rise of virtual conferences, networking is no longer limited to in-person events, and in many cases, online networking can be even more effective. However, successful online networking does not happen by accident. Attendees who approach virtual events passively often leave without making meaningful connections. To truly maximise the value of online conferences, professionals must network with purpose, staying engaged before, during and after virtual events.