Feeling stuck, uncertain, or held back by your mental health? You're not alone.

 

Developing Futures is a free one-to-one mentoring programme for 18-24 year olds from ethnically diverse backgrounds across London experiencing mental health challenges.

 

We help you build confidence, explore education and career options, and take steps towards a brighter future.

 

 

What you’ll gain as a mentee

• Personalised support: Our mentors are handpicked, experienced, and come from a variety of different backgrounds, ensuring you receive the best guidance tailored to your unique needs.
• Flexible communication: Connect with your mentor through text messages, video and phone calls, allowing you to access support whenever and wherever you need it.
• Empowerment: With our mentors' support, you'll gain the confidence and motivation to conquer your challenges and improve your education, work experience, and employment prospects.
• Community building: Join a network of like-minded individuals who share your experiences and can provide additional support and encouragement.
• Holistic approach: We understand that mental health contributes to overall well-being; our programme aims to help you build resilience and develop coping strategies for now and beyond.

 

 

"It just helps you set goals, so then you can achieve them and then once you achieve it you'll feel so much better about yourself"

"I'd recommend this if you feel like you're not progressing enough or if you feel like you're not somebody who's going to, you don't have enough motivation."