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Social justice
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

Here's What It Would Take to Move from Lower to Middle Class. Could You Do It?

Upward mobility requires more than hard work; it needs access to education, social connections, and cultural knowledge.
Higher education
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Eight Books That Explain the University Crisis

Higher education is facing significant scrutiny amid political tensions, yet it plays a critical role in societal prosperity and innovation.
Video games
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Does the UK video games industry have a class problem?

Concerns about social mobility in the games industry indicate a risk of becoming an elitist field.
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Germany's business elite and the illusion of meritocracy DW 07/11/2025

Social background significantly influences who holds power in Germany's corporate structures, with over 80% from the top economic classes.
Social justice
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

Mexico's cycle of poverty: I have to work hard to live better than my mother did'

Poverty in Mexico has a strong hereditary component, making upward mobility nearly impossible for many individuals.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Dining across the divide: He didn't believe women still face discrimination in the workplace'

The conversation highlights differing perceptions of gender discrimination and education's role in social mobility.
California
fromSan Jose Inside
2 months ago

California's High Living Costs and High Poverty Sharpen Its Economic Divide

California's economic landscape has shifted to stark class divisions characterized by high poverty rates among minorities.
#education
Higher education
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

16 Eye-Opening Confessions From Teachers Who Have Taught In Both Red And Blue States

Investment in education varies significantly between red and blue states, affecting quality and purpose.
NYC parents
fromThe Atlantic
4 months ago

Meet the Strictest Headmistress in Britain

Michaela Community School exemplifies how inclusive education can lead to exceptional academic performance among disadvantaged students.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

London dominates England's social mobility league with top 20 places

London constituencies dominate the list of best social mobility in England, highlighting regional inequalities.
Children's life prospects vary widely based on location, particularly for those from low-income families.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

The $40 Billion Issue the N.Y.C. Mayoral Candidates Aren't Discussing

Education is largely overlooked in New York City's mayoral race, despite its potential to bridge social divides.
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago
Higher education

16 Eye-Opening Confessions From Teachers Who Have Taught In Both Red And Blue States

NYC parents
fromThe Atlantic
4 months ago

Meet the Strictest Headmistress in Britain

Michaela Community School exemplifies how inclusive education can lead to exceptional academic performance among disadvantaged students.
more#education
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

David Deming named Harvard College dean - Harvard Gazette

David Deming has been appointed as Danoff Dean of Harvard College, starting July 1, for his expertise and leadership in education and economic issues.
London startup
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

'Young people excited for their future invest in their present'

The Dusty Knuckle Bakery helps at-risk youth build futures through training, mentoring, and social mobility initiatives.
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

From caterers to shoemakers: British businesses honoured in 2025 King's Awards for Enterprise

The King's Awards for Enterprise honor resilience and innovation among UK businesses, including diverse sectors promoting social mobility and sustainability.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Friendships that bridge wealth divides help social mobility, study finds

Friendships bridging economic divides can increase social mobility; low-income children in economically connected communities can earn an additional £5,100 annually as adults.
Higher education
fromBuzzFeed
5 months ago

20 "House Rules" People Followed Growing Up That They Didn't Were Strange

Every Thursday evening was 'fancy dinner' during which there were so many more rules than dinner the rest of the week. For the rest of the week, the rules were just not to be messy and not to be rude.
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Education
fromTODAY.com
10 months ago

See the best colleges and universities of 2025, according to U.S. News & World Report

U.S. News & World Report introduces social mobility metrics in its 2025 Best Colleges rankings.
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