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The Future of Access & Participation: Can Labour deliver?

In this conversation, Graeme Atherton discusses his extensive work in widening access to higher education and social mobility.

He reflects on his personal journey from a low-income background to a prominent figure in education, emphasising the importance of addressing inequalities in access and success for students from diverse backgrounds.

The conversation explores the challenges faced by young people today, the impact of socioeconomic factors, and the role of organisations like NEON in advocating for educational equity. Graeme highlights the need for collaborative efforts, data-driven approaches, and societal responsibility in tackling these persistent issues. In this conversation, Graeme Atherton discusses the ongoing efforts and challenges in widening access to higher education, emphasising the importance of collaboration, global networks, and the role of government in shaping policies that support equity in education.

He reflects on the successes and areas for improvement within the NEON organisation and the broader educational landscape, advocating for a redefinition of success metrics and a focus on true parity for underrepresented groups in higher education.

In this episode, we dive deep into:
🔴 What the new Labour government could mean for access and participation
🚨 The current state of equity in higher education
🔴 Challenges and opportunities in achieving parity of student outcomes
🚨 The power of networks like NEON in driving systemic change
🔴 Bold ideas and innovative approaches to redefining success in education

Every minute of our conversation is packed with insights, value, and progressive strategies for tackling equity in education.

Whether you’re an education leader, a changemaker, or simply passionate about social mobility and creating a fairer future, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.

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