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The Harrison Centre for Social Mobility. Unlocking the potential of the next generation.

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Well done to all the students at the Harrison Centre in Sunderland who presented their tech-based ideas designed to solve real-world problems at the Harrison Prize final.

https://t.co/bL1TP2u6u2

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More than 120 students from across the North East came together at the @NU_Foundation to take part in the 2026 Harrison Challenge, showcasing their ideas, teamwork and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, team-based competition. https://t.co/NsrzfYGRKa

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The 2026 Harrison Challenge has been officially kicked off at the Harrison Centre for Social Mobility in partnership with @SAFCFoL. It brings together learners at the Beacon of Light in Sunderland to begin the next stage of their employability journey. https://t.co/Y5m8ESQPTj

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Supporting young people to build confidence & take steps into employment is a core part of the Harrison Centre for Social Mobility in Sunderland with @SAFCFoL.

Lucy's journey highlights the difference the right environment & consistent guidance can make. https://t.co/nfE83rY8uA

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Harrison Foundation trustee Daniel Harrison MBE has launched this year’s Harrison Challenge at the Harrison Centre Newcastle. It's an initiative in partnership with @NU_Foundation to inspire creativity, innovation & real-world learning among BTEC learners. https://t.co/UjTUEFUQDR

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Helping young people into work is at the heart of the Harrison Centre for Social Mobility. Trustee Daniel Harrison MBE held a Q&A session with learners @SAFCFoL to offer his practical insight and encouragement as they prepare for their next steps. https://t.co/Y1SAEumKle

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@NUFC and @England player Anthony Gordon visited one of our Harrison Foundation Partner Schools to talk about teamwork, communication and personal development, which are all core values shared by the Harrison Foundation and our partner, @NU_Foundation https://t.co/hBsZXgHEn3

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Shining a Light on Success: The Harrison Centre for Social Mobility Celebrates Remarkable Stories at the @SAFCFoL Awards

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We were delighted to visit The Dales in Blyth this month, an exceptional school that supports children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). https://t.co/NYMb6icxpW

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We are delighted to announce that our Harrison Centre for Social Mobility will be continuing its successful partnership with the @SAFCFoL for another year.
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As a new school year begins, the Harrison Centre is proud to welcome students back to classrooms across Newcastle, where our partnership with @NU_Foundation continues to support those who need it most. https://t.co/c5yIbX9PAt

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Congratulations to Rio who has won this year's Harrison Prize in partnership with @SAFCFoL.

Judge Daniel Harrison MBE praised Rio's creativity in spotting a gap in the gaming market and his enthusiastic presentation.

Read more about it here.

https://t.co/U1qelDd1Wg

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Great to see our work with @SAFCFoL featured by @football_league for community impact. George studied at the Harrison Centre and says: "I truly appreciate the opportunity and the help from my tutors, the Harrison Centre, and the Foundation of Light."
https://t.co/JwQUxcm5rY

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As part of our Partner Schools Programme with @NU_Foundation, we visited Jesmond Park Academy with @NUFC players @seanlongstaff97 & @LewisMiley1.

The partnership helps young people who may be at risk of disengaging from education to reach their goals. https://t.co/HVGcs82RYf

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The Harrison Centre is proud to continue our partnership with the Newcastle United Foundation, working together on the transformative Schools Partnership Programme. Find our more here: https://t.co/dK3cUebZG5

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We're delighted to announce that the Harrison Foundation has donated over £27,000 to the @Sunshine_Fund to support children living with disabilities. Find out more about this partnership here https://t.co/6ECdSUPXX4

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Young learners at the Harrison Centre for Social Mobility, based @SAFCFoL, have been given the opportunity to demonstrate their entrepreneurial skills in this year’s ‘dragon’s-den’ style Harrison Prize, launched this month. https://t.co/bFXVnrFgMH

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The Harrison Centre for Social Mobility in #Blyth, based at the Dales school, is celebrating an exciting new addition to its outdoor learning environment, with the support of the Harrison Foundation. Find out more here: https://t.co/Sb7EKOmqHa

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2024 has been another impactful year for the Harrison Centres for Social Mobility. Here's a roundup of what we've been up to over the last 12 months.

Wishing all our charity partners and friends a Merry Christmas.

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The festive season is a time for community, celebration, and giving back and the Harrison Foundation has once again embodied these values with its participation in several high-profile fundraising events. https://t.co/Krq7QjLA3X