
Woolwich Students Explore City of London
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Sixth formers from Woolwich Polytechnic School embarked on a journey to the City of London, guided by Lady Mayor Dame Susan Langley. Their mission? To demystify the corporate world and inspire young minds. The City Insights Days initiative, launched by Dame Susan, aims to foster diversity in the financial hub that houses 700,000 workers. The students, many meeting City professionals for the first time, were introduced to finance basics, job opportunities, and entry routes. The event sparked conversations about social mobility and confidence, with employees from working-class backgrounds emphasizing the importance of such visits for young people to envision their success in the Citys sleek offices. This outreach is paving the way for a more inclusive future in the City.
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On March 15, Sixth Formers from Woolwich Polytechnic School took their first steps into the city of London. They toured asset management firm Shroters alongside Lady Mayor Dame Susan Langley. The goal is to help young people feel at home in the corporate world, which often seems out of reach. Dame Susan, one of just three women to serve as Lady Mayor in the role 700-year history, launched city insights days to promote diversity. The square mile buzzes as a hub for 670,000 workers in finance, law, technology, and professional services. The 17 and 18-year-old students showed up nervous yet thrilled. Most had never met anyone from the city before. Staff guided them through finance basics, job options, and entry routes to spark interest. Discussions highlighted social mobility and confidence. Employees from working-class routes shared how vital these visits are for kids to picture themselves succeeding in sleek offices. Effors like this are opening doors wider, proving the city's future includes voices from all backgrounds as outreach grows.
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