Inspiring the Next Generation of Investors
GAIN partners with universities and university societies across the UK to introduce young women and non-binary students to the world of investment management.
Through free talks, challenges and events, we help students build confidence, awareness and connections in an industry that needs greater diversity.
our impact
In 2025 we…
Partnered with 56 universities and 89 societies.
Attended 38 university events.
Sent 249 school students on Insight Days
Reached a total of 2720 pupils through university initiatives
For University Societies
Are you a member of a university society interested in finance or investment?
We’d love to partner with you and help your members on their journey to becoming future leaders in the investment industry.
What We Offer
- Access to inspiring guest speakers from leading investment firms
- Networking opportunities and workshops for your members
- Insight Days to deepen your understanding of the investment landscape
- Workshops and webinars to build your skills and confidence as future investors
How Partnering with GAIN Benefits You
As a charity, we cannot offer financial sponsorship — but by partnering with GAIN, your society gains access to a diverse range of free initiatives and opportunities, including:
- A network of 2,000+ industry volunteers ready to share their expertise
- Event support, speaker connections and promotional amplification through GAIN
- Access to the University Investment Challenge and other national programmes
- Invitations to exclusive GAIN events and bursary opportunities
University Investment Challenge
The GAIN University Investment Challenge gives university students a real taste of investment management.
Over six weeks, teams of up to five research a listed company and pitch it as a long-term investment idea — just like analysts do in real life.
Our Society Partners
We’re proud to work with student societies across the UK and beyond, here’s the full list:
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Contact & Questions
Have a question about being a society partner or one of our programmes?
