Refugees & Mentors supports refugees and migrants to improve their employment prospects and get jobs.

We work in Greater Manchester.

In Greater Manchester unemployment is 4.7%* compared to around 44%* for refugees.

We provide the following services;

Mentoring Project for refugees

Mentors provide one-to-one support for up to six months. Mentors support refugees to increase their skills, knowledge or experience in a wide range of areas, such as; digital, English, work experience, job search, applications and interviews; as well as to access other services. Working alongside the project manager, mentors provide support by building a professional, trusting relationship and enabling people to take steps towards short and long term goals.

This project had been running for 3 years and has helped people to build their confidence, learn English, gain work experience, get jobs and access a wide range of services. Around fifteen - twenty people volunteer on this project from different work sectors.

Work club, in partnership with Rainbow Haven in Gorton

The work club offers employability support to refugees and migrants and the service is provided by one member of staff and group of volunteers. It offers information, guidance and assistance with;

• Digital skills
• Access to English courses and resources
• Volunteering
• Job applications and interview skills
• Guidance on training and courses
• Access to other services

Employment courses

For people who have recently arrived in the UK, courses offer learners information and guidance in a wide range of areas, so they can improve their employment prospects in the UK.

We have a social impact report for 2018-19. Please contact us if you would like a copy of this.