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An education system and a labour market where background is no barrier - and everyone, wherever they started in life, has the chance to realise their potential

 
 

Our work

The Bridge Group is an independent research charity promoting socio-economic inclusion through evidence, insight and collaboration.

We do this by working with organisations across sectors, asking the right questions, uncovering what works, and turning data-led insights into meaningful change.

Our vision is an education system and a labour market where background is no barrier – and everyone, wherever they started in life, has the chance to realise their potential.

READ OUR REPORT CELEBRATING TEN YEARS OF THE BRIDGE GROUP
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Research
Effective practices in socio-economic inclusion within the legal sector

New Bridge Group research in collaboration with eight law firms identifies effective practices in socio-economic inclusion within the legal sector.

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New Progress Together research data published: Performance, not privilege

New data released by the Bridge Group and Progress Together shows that socio-economic background remains the single strongest predictor of who reaches senior leadership in UK financial services.

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Building for the Future: Socio-economic diversity and inclusion in UK Real Estate

A Bridge Group study of leading real estate organisations has found they face a “stark lack” of socio-economic diversity, especially in senior roles.

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Clients + supporters

We work with organisations across sectors, including employers, charities, universities and outreach providers. We ask the right questions, uncover what works, and use data-led recommendations to strengthen educational and career outcomes. We also undertake our own research into broader issues of socio-economic inclusion, with the support of donations and grants from individuals, foundations and employers.

Looking to improve socio-economic inclusion?

Are you interested in how the socio-economic background of your employees affects their experience in your organisation? Do you know how best to support colleagues from lower socio-economic backgrounds? Do you need to gather data on socio-economic background, or already have the data, but need guidance on next steps?

Get in touch with us to learn more about how we can help you.

Contact us

Join us as we mark 10 years since we registered as a charity

We’ll be celebrating until June 2026

 
 

Latest news

 
 
 
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New report is launched: 'Celebrating ten years of the Bridge Group'
New report is launched: 'Celebrating ten years of the Bridge Group'

To celebrate ten years since we registered as a charity, the Bridge Group has launched a new interactive report: ‘Turning evidence into opportunity’.

New research identifies effective practices within the legal sector
New research identifies effective practices within the legal sector

A consortium of eight leading law firms commissioned the Bridge Group to conduct collaborative research to identify effective practices to enhance socio-economic inclusion.

New research for Progress Together: Performance, not privilege
New research for Progress Together: Performance, not privilege

Socio-economic background remains the single strongest predictor of who reaches senior leadership in UK financial services, according to new data released today at a senior leadership roundtable.

The Bridge Group had been accredited as a Living Wage Employer
The Bridge Group had been accredited as a Living Wage Employer

The Bridge Group is delighted to share that we are now one of more than 16,000 organisations that voluntarily choose to pay the real Living Wage.


The Bridge Group has recently welcomed four new team members
The Bridge Group has recently welcomed four new team members

In the last few months, the Bridge Group has recruited four new members of staff. Meet the latest members of the team, and find out what they think about working for the charity.


 
 
Past Events
Setting socio-economic targets: Practical guidance for employers.

A short and practical webinar session that looks at setting targets for socio-economic diversity in the workforce, with tips on how to do it from Slaughter and May.


Using socio-economic background data to inform action: Practical guidance for employers.

A short and practical webinar session that looks at using socio-economic background data to make plans and decisions within your organisation.


Collecting socio-economic background data: Practical guidance for employers.

A short and practical webinar session that looks at why organisations should collect socio-economic-background data, and how they can get started.

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