2025 Shortlisted Nominee
Community Organisation Award: Age
Agent Academy CIC is a not-for-profit organisation that since 2014 has unlocked the potential of over 5,000 young people across the North West who face significant barriers to opportunity. With diversity, equity and inclusion at its core, it delivers co-created, industry-led programmes such as RISE and SPARKS, tailored to real-world needs. More than 70 per cent of participants come from disadvantaged backgrounds, including LGBTQ+ communities, global majority groups, disabled and neurodivergent individuals. With an 85 per cent progression rate into employment and over £35 million in local salaries generated, alumni stay longer with employers and mentor new cohorts, demonstrating the lasting impact of inclusive talent development.