Strategy & Impact

By 2035, Industrial Cadets will have delivered 1 million accredited experiences, creating a diverse pipeline of work-ready STEM talent and driving UK social mobility.

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Strategic Objectives (2025-2028)

We deliver and accredit programmes which:     

  • Be recognised as a leading charity and partner of choice in the STEM sector.
  • Expand Industrial Cadets to 500,000 experiences by 2028, on track to 1 million by 2035.
  • Grow EDT’s in-depth engagements from primary to employment, building clear pathways to success.
  • Build long-term partnerships with funders that deliver social value, ESG impact, and sector collaboration.
  • Deliver operational excellence and financial sustainability with a 3-year rolling break-even.
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Future Pathways

  • Net Zero Futures
  • Digital & AI Futures
  • Health & Life Sciences Futures
  • Engineering & Advanced Manufacturing Futures
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Measuring Impact

  • Outcome surveys
  • Destination tracking
  • Equality monitoring
  • Employer and educator feedback