Conference: Advancing youth transitions research

Join the ADR England Research Community Catalyst: Youth Transitions team for a flagship conference: Advancing youth transitions research.

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• Engage with funders: Hear from Ben Gadsby (Impetus), Daniel Sandford Smith (Gatsby Foundation), Dr Emily Tanner (Nuffield Foundation), Olly Newton (Edge Foundation), Chris Goulden (Youth Futures Foundation), and other funders on research priorities and opportunities for collaboration.
• Explore the future of linked administrative data: Senior data owners, including Graham Knox (Department for Work and Pensions), Stephen Jobling (Ministry of Justice) and David Burnett (Department for Education) will discuss emerging data developments and their impact on youth transitions research.
• Gain insights on influencing government policy: A keynote by Chris Webber (Open Innovation Team, HM Government) will share practical tips on making your research impactful.
• Discover the full potential of different datasets: Breakout sessions with leading experts will focus on how to use administrative data to research young people’s journeys.
• Expand your network: Connect with academics, policymakers, funders and youth sector leaders during dedicated networking sessions.

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Meet the ADR England Research Community Catalyst: Youth Transitions team.

Event details

When: Tuesday 3 June 2025

Where: University of Westminster (Portland Hall, 4–12 Little Titchfield St, W1W 7BY)

Cost: Free/fully funded (registration, materials and lunch included)

How to attend: Email youthtransitions@nfer.ac.uk to RSVP.

This event is sponsored by ADR England, Youth Futures Foundation, TASO (Transforming Access and Student Outcomes in Higher Education), and University of Westminster. It is being organised by National Foundation for Educational Research, UCL Centre for Education Policy and Equalising Opportunities, University of Westminster, and FFT Education Datalab.