Mission 44

On the eve of Formula 1’s season opening weekend, we’re reminded of what makes the sport so exciting 💫 As the pinnacle of motorsport, Formula 1 is all about innovation, teamwork and performance. Ensuring the brightest minds have the resources and access they need to succeed in the sport is key to unlocking every team’s potential. That’s why we launched the Motorsport Scholarship, in partnership with Royal Academy of Engineering, to accelerate the engineering careers of talented students from underrepresented backgrounds. 🗣️ Hear from Motorsport Scholar, Gerren Ntiri, as well as Ariana Bravo, Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team and F1’s Head of ESG, Ellen Jones, about why the drive for diversity is vital for the future of the sport. Sign-up to Mission 44’s newsletter for regular updates on the progress of our Motorsport Scholars: https://lnkd.in/eTbvse5R

Mainstream schools should have the resources and flexibility to support more pupils with #SEND. Pepe DiIasio highlights the urgent need for reform - early interventions can prevent crises, yet families and schools face unnecessary battles for support.📚 Mission 44 is proud to be part of the Who Is Losing Learning? Coalition, working towards practical solutions to reduce lost learning and make schools more inclusive for every child. 📖Read more in Tes:  https://lnkd.in/esAqyqGt

🗣️ “I’ve gone into schools and spoken to young people about the experience of being excluded.” - Rose, young campaigner At Mission 44, we know that schools can’t #preventexclusions alone. That’s why we’re calling on the government to commit funding for schools and external partners to work together, to support vulnerable students at risk of school exclusion. Young campaigners like Rose, who has worked closely with our partners Coram and The Difference, highlight how collaboration between educators and people within the local community are vital to creating more inclusive environments in schools. 🔗 Find out more about our policy recommendations as part of the Nothing Happens in Isolation campaign: https://lnkd.in/eVc-RCJX

I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity I had to attend Mission 44’s STEM event at the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix. It was a truly inspiring experience that shaped my perspective on motorsport. Hearing from Ellen Jones sparked my interest in sustainability and how motorsport can lead the way in driving positive environmental change. Susie Wolff’s work with F1 ACADEMY, empowering women in motorsport, really resonated with me and reminded me of the importance of breaking barriers and creating opportunities for women in the industry. I was also inspired by Lewis Hamilton and Mission 44 for promoting diversity and inclusion in motorsport, showing that we all have a place in the sport regardless of our background.

Happy #InternationalWomensDay 💫 On our visit to the United States Grand Prix, we caught up with Feyi, Ingrid and Amrutha, who attended Mission 44’s STEM inspiration event at Circuit of The Americas. The inspirational day, exploring the Formula 1 paddock and hearing from F1 ACADEMY Managing Director Susie Wolff, opened the door into the magical world of motorsport and helped to shape their studies. 🗣️ Hear from Feyi, Ingrid and Amrutha on how the event impacted their aspirations for the future. #IWD2025 #AccelerateAction Ann Richards School Foundation

At Mission 44, we believe in a world where every woman and girl feels empowered to reach their dream 🚀 That’s why we’re working with organisations around the world to inspire more young people from underrepresented backgrounds to pursue exciting careers in STEM and motorsport. Now more than ever, we need to work together and #AccelerateAction to build a fairer, more inclusive future. #InternationalWomensDay #IWD2025

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 #𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐃𝐚𝐲!Today, we're excited to share our final video showcasing the entire Edinburgh Ignite Programme journey. From adrenaline-fueled sim racing sessions to hands-on design workshops, we've explored every facet of the motorsport industry. We visited iconic venues like Knockhill and got an inside look at a cutting-edge research lab—each experience sparking creativity and pushing boundaries. This programme has been a celebration of motorsport, STEM, and design, inspiring the next generation of innovators and engineers. Watch the video to see how passion meets technology in our quest to drive progress. A big thank you to Mission 44, Sir Lewis Hamilton's Charity, for supporting AFBE and the programme. A huge congratulations to Thomas Johnstone, the Ignite programme lead for his outstanding work, as well as our co-founder, Dr Ollie Folayan 👏🏻💖  You can see how excited the students were—what an incredible program! Divinely inspiring, wouldn’t you agree? Mission 44 Thomas J. Ollie Folayan MBE (PhD CEng FIChemE) . . . . . . . #worldengineeringday #stemeducationforkids #motorsportengineering #Innovation #futureengineers #Mission44 #lewishamilton #SirLewisHamilton #racingtech #engineeringexcellence #steminmotorsport #driveinnovation #nextgenengineers #motorsportpassion #techforgood #speedandscience #engineeringthefuture #f1kids #futuredrivers #diversityandinclusion #mechanicalengineering #aerodynamics #electricalengineering #systemsengineering #DiversityInMotorsport #InclusionInRacing #RacingForChange #DriveDiversity #EqualEngines

🚨 Over the past two years, we’ve been working with Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE-UK) to inspire students from underrepresented backgrounds into the UK’s future STEM and motorsport careers. 💡 In our latest article, AFBE Co-Founder Ollie Folayan MBE (PhD CEng FIChemE) and programme leads, Thomas J. and Maia R., reflect on the success of the two Mission 44 funded initiatives in Edinburgh and Birmingham. 🔗 Celebrate #WorldEngineeringDay and learn more about the impact of the programme: https://lnkd.in/eMSmmUjQ

I am delighted to introduce Mission 44’s Youth Empowerment Strategy created in collaboration with their Youth Advisory Board! Having developed this with my fellow board members, it is amazing to finally share what we have been working on and introduce our current focus. This strategy plays a vital role in maintaining high standards and fostering effective intergenerational relationships — ensuring that young people remain at the heart of Mission 44’s work. For more insight, I have written a blog on their website which you can read here:

I am honored to join Mission 44's Board of Trustees. I firmly believe that education is the cornerstone of development and the key to nurturing the potential of our young people. By investing in education, we empower the next generation to create positive change. Since meeting Lewis Hamilton and Jason Arthur, I have been impressed by the team's dedication to building a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. I am excited to contribute to this mission and work alongside such a group of professionals and committed individuals.