PLUTO EDUCATIONAL TRUSt
For the liberation of people and knowledge
Pluto Educational Trust (PET) is a collaborative network of people and organisations who aim to create a more just world through the power of ideas.
Our Mission
The Pluto Educational Trust (PET) is a unique organisation. A UK registered charity, PET was set up initially in 2010 as a custodian of Pluto Books, ensuring its continuation as an independent radical publisher. Since then it’s developed significantly.
Our mission is to support publishing and educational projects that empower writers, campaigners and movements striving for positive change. We believe that knowledge production is the cornerstone of resilient and enduring social movements. By supporting intellectual projects and defending world-class research we aim to inspire collective action and systemic change. To realise this mission we focus on three key areas: custodianship, incubation and heritage projects.
Our Network
PET is a custodian of two independent publishers and a home for projects and organisations working towards systemic change. The PET Network is aligned by a set of shared values and is committed to the production and dissemination of knowledge and ideas that support a more just, equal and sustainable world.
PET is working to nurture, support and expand this network. We aim to be a safe haven for emerging projects, providing support and resources to ensure their voices are heard and missions thrive.
For more information on recent work within our network see our 2023 Annual Report.
Internationalism
We recognise that the struggle for justice and equality transcends borders. We are committed to a global solidarity rooted in liberation. We seek to amplify marginalised voices and support the production of knowledge and ideas that contribute to the dismantling of oppressive structures.
Intergenerationality
We believe in the power of intergenerational exchange and learning. We recognise the importance of sharing knowledge and experience between age groups. By fostering dialogue and collaboration between generations, we ensure the continuity of movements for social change and the preservation of collective memory.
Collaboration
Collaboration lies at the heart of PET's ethos. We believe in the power of collective thinking, action and cooperation to address complex social challenges and answer the big questions of our time. Through partnerships with diverse organisations, initiatives, and individuals, we maximise our impact and advance our shared goals of social justice and equality.