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Our Services & Programmes

Empowering Black, Asian, and minority ethnic (BAME) groups, learners, and professionals through digital inclusion, mental health support, professional development, and career advancement initiatives across Salford and beyond.

Comprehensive Support

What We Do

Discover our range of tailored services designed to foster social inclusion, career growth, and wellbeing.

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ICT Access for BAME Groups

Providing direct access to ICT tools, refurbished digital devices, and high-speed data packages specifically tailored for Black, Asian, and minority ethnic (BAME) groups.

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Mental Health & Dyslexia Support

Providing specialized services and wellness sessions for mental health in women, alongside dedicated dyslexia support across Salford and beyond.

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Lectures, Seminars & Conferences

Organising regular lectures, seminars, and conferences connecting participants with key authorities from academia and industry to build strategic contacts and showcase new talent.

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Training & CPD Certification

Facilitating training and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programmes with professional certificates and "badges" to assist organisations and individuals in achieving career goals.

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Mentorship Matching & Signposting

Matching and signposting suitable mentees with experienced mentors to guide career progression, leadership growth, and professional confidence.

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Brainstorming & Research Forums

Organising collaborative brainstorming sessions on management, leadership, governance, and entrepreneurship research reports with academia, industry leaders, and professionals.

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CV Clinic & Proofreading

Providing dedicated CV clinic sessions, proofreading, and editing services to optimize job applications and enhance work readiness.

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Newsletters & Publications

Publishing newsletters and articles benefiting BME learners, featuring commissioned research, submitted articles, and key event announcements.

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Social & Cultural Familiarisation Tours

Organising group tours and familiarisation visits to key destinations, helping participants experience UK education, life, and culture while building business contacts.

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Talent Fairs & Awards Night

Organising talent fairs, exhibitions for BME learners, and an annual Awards' Night to celebrate achievements, innovation, and community leadership.

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Supporting Partner Charities

Collaborating with and supporting other charitable organisations across Greater Manchester to multiply community impact and resource sharing.

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Windrush Support & Heritage Initiative

Supporting members of the Windrush generation and their descendants across Greater Manchester with advocacy signposting, documentation guidance, oral history preservation, and celebratory cultural events.

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Need Support or Have Questions?

Reach out to our team to enrol in training, join a mentorship programme, or access our digital device support across Salford.

Common Inquiries

Programmes & Eligibility FAQs

Are all training courses and digital inclusion services free? expand_more

Yes! As a registered UK charity (No. 1169975), all our essential digital skills classes, device giveaways, and community drop-in sessions are completely free for eligible Salford and Greater Manchester residents.

Do I receive recognized certificates upon course completion? expand_more

Yes. Our digital literacy courses are accredited through Good Things Foundation (Learn My Way) and CPD-approved providers, providing certificates you can add to your CV and employment applications.

Programmes Guide Last Updated: August 2026
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