Plug Your Career

​Plug Your Career is a youth-led careers and networking event created to help young people unlock their potential, build meaningful connections, and take real steps toward their goals.

​Powered by Foundation of Progress CIC in partnership with Islington Council, this event brings together inspiring professionals, creatives, and community leaders for an afternoon of honest conversations, insight, and opportunity.

​Whether you’re exploring your next move, building confidence, or ready to level up — this is your chance to plug in and grow.

​Agenda

​4:00 PM – 4:15 PM: Arrival & Soft Networking
Ease in, grab a drink, and meet new faces.

​4:15 PM – 4:35 PM: Networking Bingo 🎯
Break the ice, have fun, and connect with people across different industries.

​4:35 PM – 5:10 PM: Panel 1 – Pathways & Purpose
Young professionals share their journeys into careers, business, and creative industries.

​5:10 PM – 5:45 PM: Panel 2 – Breaking Barriers
Real stories of resilience and success from local leaders.

​5:45 PM – 6:20 PM: Networking Workshop with Zak Shariff 💬
Founder of Foundation of Progress CIC shares practical networking tips and personal stories that changed his journey.

​6:20 PM – 6:45 PM: Open Networking & Refreshments
Wrap up the evening by making new connections that could open doors.

​🎟️ Free Entry | Refreshments Provided
Spaces are limited — sign up now and get ready to Plug Your Career!