Inspiring the next generation of technology talent from school to the workplace

With the rise of the technical and digital age, STEM education and training are fundamental to building the future workforce and will be indispensable as the world faces pressing issues such as climate change, cyber security, bio-diversity loss, energy crises, and global health issues.

In this session we will discuss the current skills gap and how we can empower young people with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the future. We will cover the STEM journey from primary school to high school, throughout university and discuss how this is translating to the workplace. We will also consider how businesses can set schools up for success.

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Key topics:

• Inspiring children into tech careers

• The skills gap

• Attracting people from all backgrounds to pursue future careers in STEM

• How businesses, schools and universities can join forces

• The workforce and women in technology​

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Agenda:

• 12:00- 12:15 – Arrival and Refreshments

• 12:15-13:00 – Panel session - we will discuss the current skills gap and how we can empower young people with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the future. We will cover the STEM journey from primary school to high school, throughout university and discuss how this is translating to the workplace. We will also consider how businesses can set schools up for success.

• 13:00- 13:15– Audience Q&A

• 13:15-14:00 – Lunch and networking

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Speaker Panellists

• Zara Clarke - STEM Project Manager, RTCNorth;

• Neil McFarlane - Leeds Regional Lead, Accenture

• Catherine O’Connor - Pro Vice-Chancellor for Education and Experience at Leeds Trinity University and Professor of Higher Education Learning and Teaching, Leeds Trinity University

• Hannah Wright - Founder of CirKits Ltd®

• Moderated by: Helen Perkins - Education and Industry Partnerships Specialist and School Governor​​​