Reduce disparities. Foster belonging and make lasting change.
Work With Us
In 2019, the OfS outlined a 10-year target to close the Ethnicity Awarding Gap (EAG) and we have been supporting universities with their goals towards this since.
At KINSIS, we focus on student-centred, data-driven, and scalable solutions that drive equity from admissions to alumni.
Our programming supports institutions to meet their 2030 student success milestones through:
Wellbeing support
Therapeutic wellbeing resources and end-to-end on-course support on-course support
Staff training
Practical, reflective sessions focused on inclusive practice and racial literacy.
Peer-led leadership
Peer-led leadership development and career confidence building
We partner with institutions to deliver impactful interventions that align with your mission, strengthen your Access and Participation Plans , consider your contextual risks, and foster belonging, progression, and graduate success for your students.
Evidence for the importance of a targeted approach for the EAG
Since partnering with universities across the UK, including Warwick, LSE, Leeds, and King’s College London, KINSIS has delivered measurable impact:
100% of students felt like they belonged
100% of students reported a stronger sense of belonging, a key driver of academic success for minority students.
88% of students felt more resilient
88% felt more confident navigating challenges and advocating for themselves, building long-term academic resilience.
80% of students reported improved wellbeing
80% experienced improved mental health and emotional well-being, reinforcing the link between support and success.
94% of students felt more confident
94% felt more confident as leaders, ready not just to succeed, but to lead change.
These statistics demonstrate the transformative power of KINSIS's targeted approach, empowering students to thrive both academically and personally.
Addressing The Root Causes
KINSIS delivers holistic, trust-led solutions that address the root causes, not just the symptoms.
Risk 1
Awarding gaps
KINSIS directly addresses the Ethnicity Awarding Gap (EAG) through supplementary, student-led programming focused on academic success, wellbeing, and belonging. Our evaluation consistently shows that self-efficacy increases, leading to improved attainment.
Risk 5
Sense of belonging
Through peer-led communities and our Trusted Guides model, we foster a strong sense of belonging, a key protective factor against dropout and underperformance.
Risk 7
Insufficient personal and wellbeing support
Our holistic model includes therapeutic interventions, and culturally relevant support that centres on student mental health and resilience.
Risk 12
Progression into graduate-level employment
We prepare students for life beyond university through leadership development, mentoring, and partnerships with employers committed to inclusive talent pipelines.
What We Deliver
Why Partner With KINSIS?
Improve Student Experience and Outcomes
We reduce dropout rates through our evidence-based interventions improving retention, awarding outcomes and graduate progression
Ready-To-Use, Proven Solutions
We have years of experience delivering successful outcomes in line with the mission of our partner universities, and we design interventions that strengthen their overall systems.
Future-Focused
We equip students to lead, thrive, and contribute beyond university.
Inclusivity
We train staff and cultivate ecosystems of trust that foster a genuine sense of belonging for both students and staff.
Kind Words
Partnering with KINSIS has been a transformative experience that has exceeded all my expectations
“Witnessing Janice’s growth, from her time on Spelman’s campus to her participation in classes and her drive to create similar exchange opportunities between institutions in the US and UK, has been a testament to the power of this partnership and how students are made better from experiencing our opportunities through it. KINSIS is creating bridges for Black women, fostering power, kinship, and impactful collaborations. Our partnership is a unique opportunity to uplift and empower Black students across the globe.”
I can identify a marked difference in our student's outcomes before they went on your programme and since they’ve come back
“The level of confidence is astronomical and they have really put themselves out there. They feel comfortable to ask for help and support others in their journey too. I can’t praise what you’ve done for them enough.”
There's no one doing it quite like how you're doing it at KINSIS at the moment
“The blend of student and staff is unique because we all feel very involved and you reach places we as staff can’t reach”