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BOC Gases – Employer Engagement Project Testimonial

Briefly describe the goal that led your organisation to EBP South.

As part of a wider UK STEM business, BOC Fawley provides industrial customers in the region with air gas products. We had a modest school engagement programme that ran on an ad-hoc basis introducing students to our science, but we weren’t getting the exposure we wanted. The issue was getting introductions into local schools. This is where EBP South came to our rescue with their school science fairs and employer engagement projects.

What has been the most valuable aspect of working with EBP South, and why?

For some of the larger events, we brought along new STEM ambassadors. At Get Inspired Basingstoke, two colleagues were so inspired by the two-day event, they went on to get signed off as competent to deliver liquid nitrogen events in schools, enhancing their development and increasing the number of ambassadors delivering this type of show. A good win all-round.

Would you recommend that others work with us, and if so, why?

Yes, I would recommend working with EBP South. Whether new to Community Engagement or looking to expand a programme, they provide excellent help, guidance and opportunity. They have a huge amount of experience, energy and a willingness to help find opportunities for businesses to share with schools.