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Hi All I would like to say a huge thank you to you The Diana Award for allowing me the opportunity to participate in the Social Action Accelerator Programme for young people. Over the past 6 months it has been a great experience. Mentoring young people has provided me with a unique opportunity to foster growth, both with young people and within myself. Each session including guidance, support, and mutual learning, allowing me to witness first hand the transformative power of mentorship. One of the most profound lessons I learned was the importance of active listening. Creating a safe space where young people felt heard and understood was crucial. This not only built trust but also empowered them to articulate their aspirations and challenges more clearly. Additionally, I discovered the value of adaptability; each session required a tailored approach to address young people evolving needs and goals. Allowing the opportunity for young people to visit Sky Leeds and experiencing what it is like working for Sky was an eye opener to them and they enjoyed every moment. Through this experience, I also deepened my understanding of the barriers young people face in their personal and professional lives. It highlighted the significance of providing consistent encouragement and constructive feedback. Watching young people gain confidence and make strides towards their project goals was immensely rewarding. Mentoring also shed light on the critical issue of social mobility. Many young people face systemic obstacles that hinder their progress, and through targeted mentorship, we can help bridge these gaps. By providing access to networks, resources, and knowledge, mentoring equips individuals with tools to overcome socioeconomic challenges. This experience reaffirmed my belief in the potential of young individuals and the difference that dedicated mentorship can make in their lives, fostering a more equitable society where talent and ambition can flourish regardless of background. Ultimately, this mentoring journey underscored the power of connection and the impact of positive reinforcement in driving social mobility and personal growth. The Diana Award believe that everyone can make a positive change in the lives of disadvantaged young people. I volunteered for The Diana Award’s Mentoring Programme as I share this belief. If anyone would like to get involved or you want to share with your network here is the link for more information The Diana Award - Mentoring (diana-award.org.uk)

Cranfield Trust mentoring is valued by over a hundred charity leaders every year, and supports them to reflect, challenge their perspectives, and develop their confidence. Emilia Ufir-Kaparaboina our Mentoring Co-ordinator, talks more about the value of mentoring in a new blog

Mentoring is not for those seeking a quick fix 👩🏻🔧 For those who wish to broaden their horizons, expand their viewpoints, and explore new ways of thinking and doing, mentoring can be transformative 🤩 In this blog, our Mentoring Co-ordinator Emilia, explores what true mentoring is and explores the benefits for charity leaders 😀 Read the full article and discover what mentoring could do for you 👉 https://ow.ly/GEfv50SkB0K If you are a leader from a welfare charity and would like to explore how mentoring might benefit you, please get in touch 📞 #NationalMentoringDay #CharityLeadership

As the author of this article, I'm pleased to share the power of #Mentoring as a form of #Leadership. It's one of the most effective and #Charitable acts leaders can perform, benefiting both parties and organizations in the long run. Mentoring - The Most Charitable Form of Leadership https://lnkd.in/ehP_99d

Have you ever wondered what the term 'mentoring' really means? Or wondered how it could be used at your organisation? Mentoring is now becoming widely recognised across the world, with multiple studies showing it to be a highly beneficial method for career and personal development. Should you be doing it? Simple answer = Yes! Especially if you're working in a charity or non profit. There's no other way to get as much output & result for as little cost. Get in touch with us to learn how you can get involved with: ✨ The Charity Mentoring Network ✨

UPDATE 8.4.24 - The resources have been shared with 141 people so far. It is great to see how many people are pledging to donate to Little Hearts Matter. Please do keep sharing and donating :-) Thank you. Calling Academy Directors, Coaches, Coach Educators, Managers. Maybe a resource you could utilise! During the pandemic Ben Nicholson and I used the time wisely to develop a coaching programme for an independent academy we led. This was based on our learning in the main from leading football coach educator Raymond Verheijen, completing UEFA A licences in England and Ireland and thousands of hours coaching in grassroots, academies, and senior football. Ben and I are not actively coaching now through choice and the different career paths we have taken. We were discussing this coaching programme recently and concluded that it is such a shame that this work that took around a year to produce is just sat on a shelf, so why not share it and hope that it can provide a framework and some use for those working in football. So, what are the resources: 1 – 232 Page Coaching Programme Guide 2 – 127 Page Coaching Programme Sessions 3 – Yearly curriculum The pdf is attached for the Coaching Programme Guide.  Should you wish to receive the PowerPoint file for all three resources so you can adapt yourself, please put your e-mail address in the comments box and share this post and we will gladly send it on to you. And if it is a resource that you will find beneficial and saves you time reinventing the wheel, we ask that you make a small contribution to our chosen charity that is Little Hearts Matter. LHM provides support and an information service that reduces the isolation, fear, and the lack of understanding experienced by families when a child is diagnosed with having half a working heart. The link to donate is here Little Hearts Matter - lhm-donate.raisely.com In the coaching programme guide is: -   How We Coach -   The Coaching Process -   How We Support the Coach -   Football Language based on FCE principles -   Competencies Framework -   Developing Football Fitness -   How We Develop the Individual (Skill Development Ladder) -   How We Develop the Individual (Goalkeeping) -   Position Specific Profiles -   How We Play (Playing Model) -   Formations Guide -   Match Days -   How We Support the Individual (Off the Field) Enjoy, please share and if you can, any contribution to LHM will be appreciated. Spencer and Ben Joseph Tucker

Ever wondered why Coaching is so important for those working in the Charity Sector? The purpose of coaching resonates deeply with the fundamental values of the charity sector. Just as charities strive to support and uplift communities, coaching empowers individuals to reach their full potential. In my latest blog post, I delve into this topic in more detail, covering the following: 👉 Navigating the Demands of the Charity Sector 👉 Creating Boundaries and Balance 👉 Unlocking Full Potential 👉 Making a Sustainable Difference 👉 The Synergy of Coaching and Charity Work ⏰ Limited on time? The key takeaway from the blog post is that coaching should not be seen as a luxury —it's a necessity. By investing in coaching, you are ensuring that your dedication to making a difference remains sustainable and impactful while looking after yourself at the same time. 🔗 Link to the full blog post: https://buff.ly/4eSZFK5

Experience for yourself the benefits of Coaching while helping a Cause! Register to POWERinU's Coaching for a Cause Program and make a minimum donation of Php 1,200.00 to get FREE 1-hour Online Coaching! Limited slots only. #Coaching #OnlineCoaching #CoachingForACause

Experience for yourself the benefits of Coaching while helping a Cause! Register to POWERinU's Coaching for a Cause Program and make a minimum donation of Php 1,200.00 to get FREE 1-hour Online Coaching! Limited slots only. #Coaching #OnlineCoaching #CoachingForACause

We are incredibly proud to share our first of five videos about Insight Outreach, answering the all-important questions: who are we, and what do we do? Hear from our students, mentors, and charity staff about the work we do and our ambitions for the future! 🙌 #socialmobility #mentoring #access #university #futureleaders