Independent report
Getting an Edge: The Impact and Value of the Cadet Forces in Wales
A research report commissioned by the Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association (RFCA) for Wales to identify the impact of the MOD-sponsored cadet forces in Wales.
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This report was commissioned by the Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association (RFCA) for Wales to inform policy-makers, educational leaders, employers, current and future adult volunteers, and parents/guardians of cadets past and present of the impact of the cadet forces in Wales.
The study found that participation in the MOD-sponsored cadet forces led to increased social mobility, improved educational outcomes and enhanced employability, giving participants an ‘edge’ in higher education and job applications.