Our stories

It is the people that make On Purpose. We are a vibrant community and everyone has stories, thoughts and ideas to share. We've captured just some of them here.

Charlotte Whittaker welcome
Get to know me: With Charlotte Whittaker

We’re excited to introduce Charlotte, our new London Co-Lead and Head of Programme & Organisational Development! Two months into the role, Charlotte shares what drew her to On Purpose, her journey so far, and what inspires her. Why did you decide...

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Welcome placements Oct 2024
Meet our October 2024 placement organisations

During their time on the Associate Programme, our Associates work in two purpose-driven organisations and get hands-on experience with challenging industry projects. Placement hosts can be social enterprises, social divisions of for-profit...

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Get to know me – with Manvi Agnihotri

Why did you decide to join On Purpose as Programme Coordinator? I joined On Purpose as a Programme Coordinator because I’m passionate about making a positive social impact, and I wanted to be part of an organisation that truly reflects that. I...

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Apr 24 placement organisations
Meet our April 2024 placement organisations

During their time on the Associate Programme, our Associates work in two purpose-driven organisations and get hands-on experience with challenging industry projects. Placement hosts can be social enterprises, social divisions of for-profit...

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8 Things Impactful Leaders Need
8 Things Impactful Leaders Need

I’ve spent the last ten years at Just Love and On Purpose trying to develop people into leaders who can create significant social and environmental impact. I’ve been fortunate to work alongside many people who are doing this really well, and have...

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Did anyone win The Traitors?

*Spoiler alert: This blog post contains spoilers from The Traitors season 2!* I have played the roles of faithful and traitor more than once. Yes, I have even played the role of Claudia Winkleman, though never with the budget for costumes to...

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Placement org welcome Oct 23
Meet our October 2023 placement organisations

During their time on the Associate Programme, our Associates work in two purpose-driven organisations and get hands-on experience with challenging industry projects. Placement hosts can be social enterprises, social divisions of for-profit...

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