Become a Mentor for refugee entrepreneurs in Greater Manchester

Are you based in Manchester and interested in giving back through mentorship? Become a Business Buddy for the Up Collective programme and work alongside a refugee entrepreneur to help them bring their business idea to life.

The programme provides business support to early-stage entrepreneurs by giving them a chance to test and develop their business idea.

As a mentor you will work 1:1 with a refugee entrepreneur who is about to launch their business, joining them on an exciting journey.

• Attend a weekly workshop with your mentee (A combination of online and offline workshops)
• Have 1:1 sessions with your entrepreneur to offer your experience, guidance and advice as they develop and test their business idea
• Meet other launch mentors and grow your network
• Gain mentoring experience and work with some of Manchester's most promising new businesses

Apply to become a mentor