A national platform for meaningful change
Since their launch, The SOMOs have grown into the UK’s leading celebration of social mobility excellence. They shine a spotlight on the organisations widening access, breaking down barriers, and opening doors for talent that too often goes unseen.
This year’s Awards feature 14 categories – eleven organisational and three individual – capturing the full spectrum of work happening across sectors. From outreach and recruitment to progression, advocacy, and leadership, the SOMOs recognise the initiatives that are shifting the dial.
And the momentum is real. Last year’s UK Social Mobility Awards saw record engagement from FTSE companies, SMEs, and pioneering individuals. The message is clear: social mobility is becoming a defining measure of organisational responsibility and long-term success.
Why organisations should enter in 2026
For employers, entering The SOMOs is more than a badge of honour. It’s a chance to:
- Demonstrate leadership in a space that increasingly shapes public trust and employer reputation
- Showcase measurable impact to stakeholders, employees, and future talent
- Benchmark progress against sector leaders and peers
- Amplify stories of the people and communities your work supports
- Join a national movement committed to building a fairer, more inclusive society
In a landscape where talent pipelines are shifting and expectations around inclusion are rising, organisations that invest in social mobility are better equipped to innovate, attract, and retain the people who will shape the future.
