Social mobility symposium, London

We are pleased to announce the Social Mobility Commission's inaugural Social mobility symposium 2025. 

Held over 2 days - one in London and one in Manchester - the Symposium will challenge conventional thinking about social mobility and will explore innovations, share best practices, and generate debate on how we can take action on some of the critical causes and drivers of socio-economic disadvantage.

We will be bringing together organisations and individuals from across parliament, the public, private and third sector, encompassing the social mobility landscape. 

This invite is for the London day. 

Date: Tuesday 9 September 2025

Venue: Royal Society of Arts House, 8 John Adam St, London, WC2N 6EZ

Timings:
09.15 - 10.00 - Arrival and registration
10.00 - 11.15 - Opening address and keynote speaker
11.15 - 11.45 - Break
11.45 - 12.45 - Morning fringe event
12.45 - 13.45 - Lunch
13.50 - 14.45 - Afternoon fringe event
14.45 - 15.05 - Break
15.05 - 16.45 - Expert panels and closing remarks 

Attendees can look forward to insightful keynote speakers and expert panel discussions. Confirmed speakers include broadcaster Sir Trevor Phillips, Professor Katherine Newman and others.

Additionally, you will have the opportunity to attend fringe events we are co-hosting with a range of partners including UpReach, British Future, Centre for Social Justice, Sutton Trust, Progress Together, 93% Club, where you can gain new insights, hear from leading experts, and explore innovative ideas related to the day's themes. It's an opportunity to expand your understanding, stay informed about current trends, and participate in engaging discussions. Registrations for the fringe events will be shared in August.

Any questions, please contact the Social Mobility Commission team on: symposium@socialmobilitycommission.gov.uk