Speakers for Schools Programme
We provide both in-person and virtual inspirational talks and career talks through our network of more than 1,500 speakers and employers.
Our aim is to share life lessons, advice, and insights into a speaker’s own career journey and their sector, which demystifies careers and pathways, builds self-belief, fuels ambitions, and helps 11-19-year-old state-educated students to imagine what they could be in the future and achieve success.
We provide both in-person and virtual inspirational talks and career talks through our network of more than 1,500 speakers.
Our aim is to share life lessons, advice, and insights into a speaker’s own career journey and their sector, which demystifies careers and pathways, builds self-belief, fuels ambitions, and helps 11-19-year-old state-educated students to imagine what they could be in the future and achieve success.
Types of talks on offer
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Inspirational talks
Our high-profile and influential speakers visit state schools and colleges to share their diverse life stories. These talks feature inspiring journeys through fields such as business, politics, entertainment, sport, and more, as well as themes like Black History Month, Pride, and International Women’s Day, and can be linked to specific programmes and industries, including our IntoTech talk series.
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Career talks
Professionals from organisations are eager to share their in-person insights into careers and industries. These talks aim to provide young people with an inside track on career pathways and opportunities, practical guidance on how businesses operate, knowledge of what employers seek when recruiting, and a solid understanding of the skills and qualities they will need for their future workplace.
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Live broadcasts
Our virtual inspirational and career talks feature everyone from Michelin-star chefs to tech CEOs, intrepid adventurers, and apprentice engineers. They are accessible live and online through our site and recorded for our talks library, where they can serve as classroom resources or be watched at any time. Each talk is listed on our upcoming broadcasts schedule for quick and easy registration.
3 ways to access talks
Watch Baroness Warsi as she powers-up students in Wakefield
In a heartwarming return to her roots, Baroness Sayeeda Warsi wowed students at Ossett Academy with her remarkable life story. The Wakefield local, and Britain’s first Muslim Cabinet Minister, captivated the audience with tales of her rise to the House of Lords.
Speakers for Schools stories
Watch as Bobby Seagull goes back to school to inspire young people
Get ready to discover the impact of an inspirational talk – after celebrated mathematician and University Challenge star Bobby Seagull took a full-circle opportunity to speak at his former secondary school, St. Bonaventure’s in East Ham.
Watch as Bobby Seagull goes back to school to inspire young people
Get ready to discover the impact of an inspirational talk – after celebrated mathematician and University Challenge star Bobby Seagull took a full-circle opportunity to speak at his former secondary school, St. Bonaventure’s in East Ham.
Schools who hosted a talk rated it as 4.6 out of 5-stars.
97% of educators would recommend a speaker from our programme
to other schools and colleges.
Speaker
After their 100th talk
“I can still remember the fear of ‘Imposter syndrome’ as I stepped forward to the welcoming applause from students at St John Payne School. My first talk took place in October 2014, and from that day to now, I have been on a voyage of discovery and joy.”
Student
The Boswells Sixth Form
“I learnt there are a huge variety of jobs out there, and you don’t necessarily need qualifications to do certain jobs. Also, experience is important as each role you take can help with the next task in future jobs or responsibilities, as skills are very transferable.”
Watch Baroness Warsi as she powers-up students in Wakefield
In a heartwarming return to her roots, Baroness Sayeeda Warsi wowed students at Ossett Academy with her remarkable life story. The Wakefield local, and Britain’s first Muslim Cabinet Minister, captivated the audience with tales of her rise to the House of Lords.
Schools who hosted a talk rated it as 4.6 out of 5-stars.
97% of educators would recommend
a speaker from our programme
to other schools and colleges.
“I can still remember the fear of ‘Imposter syndrome’ as I stepped forward to the welcoming applause from students at St John Payne School. My first talk took place in October 2014, and from that day to now, I have been on a voyage of discovery and joy.”
Speaker
After their 100th talk
“I learnt there are a huge variety of jobs out there, and you don’t necessarily need qualifications to do certain jobs. Also, experience is important as each role you take can help with the next task in future jobs or responsibilities, as skills are very transferable.”
Student
The Boswells Sixth Form
Interested in joining our Speakers for Schools programme, or looking for some more information?
You can contact us via our online form or email speakersforschools@futuresforall.org
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