Power of Partnerships

Educators, employers and civic leaders from across the region came together at London South East Colleges last month to celebrate collaboration and their commitment to skills development.

The ‘Power of Partnerships’ event, developed and hosted by the College, featured a series of presentations and discussions from a range of partners.

This included a keynote talk on the role of artificial intelligence in recruitment by IT consultant Billy Smith, and a panel on inclusive hiring practices led by the Greater London Authority.

The Education and Training Foundation also discussed perspectives on the importance of dual professionals and the growing impact of T-Levels in preparing students for the world of work.

Senior Policy and Projects Officer at the GLA’s Workforce Integration Network, Amin Aboushago spoke on the importance of equality and diversity. He also highlighted the role of green skills in London’s growth, with the event being supported by the Mayor’s Green Skills Academy for Local London, which continues to champion sustainable workforce development.

Guests were also introduced to the LASER Education Foundation’s Scholarship Scheme. This is one of the programmes being developed by the new charitable foundation, which is dedicated to transforming the lives of young people, children, and adults across the region. The scholarship programme will help young people access the workplace, supported by employers through mentoring and work placements.

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