CREATING INCLUSIVE PATHWAYS INTO TECHNOLOGY
“Digital skills are no longer optional. They’re needed in almost every role in every sector, whether that’s health, construction or creative industries. Through our MEGA Hubs partnership, young people can see how digital skills lead to real opportunities.” Nicola McLeod Director of Education, Work and Skills at GMCA
TechFirst & MEGA Hubs has successfully widened access to digital careers by engaging groups traditionally underrepresented within cyber security and technology.
55% of participating children and young people were female
35% were eligible for Pupil Premium, demonstrating strong engagement with disadvantaged learners
150 scholarships and bursaries were awarded through the IN4 Scholarship Programme, providing...
£150k of direct financial support
to remove barriers to participation and progression
These outcomes demonstrate the programme’s contribution to improving social mobility and creating more diverse talent pipelines into the technology sector.
The programme’s employer-led model connects education directly with industry, giving young people meaningful exposure to careers and professional networks.
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