End poverty in all its forms everywhere.
Goal 1 calls for eradicating poverty in all its forms and seeks to ensure equal rights and access to economic and natural resources for all.
London Met actively addresses poverty by expanding educational access, supporting local economies, and reducing barriers for students from low-income backgrounds.
Actions and Initiatives
- Poverty and Deprivation Modules: our curriculum includes modules focused on poverty and social inequality, equipping students with the tools to tackle socio-economic challenges.
- Taskforce on Inequality in Islington: our researchers contributed to the Taskforce on Inequality in Islington report, addressing local economic and social inequality and offering actionable insights. Read the report on Inequality in Islington.
- Access and Participation Plan: this plan offers targeted support for students from low-income households, providing access to higher education. Explore our Access and Participation Plan.
- Help to Grow Programme: through our Student Enterprise programme, we offer funding, resources, and entrepreneurial training to students to improve financial independence. Learn about the Help to Grow Programme.
