We are proud to be collaborating with Baringa to provide valuable opportunities, insights, and connections for our Migrant Leaders mentees.

Recently, many of our mentees had the fantastic opportunity to attend a panel discussion and networking event with Senior Consultants at Baringa’s London office.

Insightful Conversations and Real-World Advice

The panel shared honest reflections on their career journeys, offering insight into navigating corporate workplaces and overcoming challenges such as imposter syndrome. Their openness provided reassurance, inspiration, and practical guidance for our mentees as they shape their own career paths.

Our mentees gained valuable knowledge about:

• Pathways into consultancy and the public sector
• Navigating recruitment processes at leading firms
• Building confidence and resilience in professional environments

One of the most powerful takeaways from the session was simple yet impactful:

If you are not passionate about something, do not pu...

We’re excited to announce a new collaboration between Migrant Leaders and TÜV Rheinland Group for an Introduction to Careers in STEM and Sustainability event in London.

About TÜV Rheinland

TÜV Rheinland is a global leader in independent testing, inspection, and certification, with over 150 years of history, 27,000 employees, and operations in more than 50 countries. Its work supports quality, safety, innovation, and sustainability across a wide range of industries.

🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eDYvywN9 

What is the Opportunity?

This in-person, half-day careers insight event will take place at TÜV Rheinland’s London office. Students will gain first-hand exposure to the organisation, its work, and career pathways in engineering and STEM.

The event includes:

• Insights from TÜV Rheinland professionals on their career journeys
• An open Q&A and networking session
• A hands-on group challenge workshop, where students will tackle a real-world problem and think like consultants or eng
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We’re excited to share a new opportunity as part of the Migrant Leaders x Cyber PATH collaboration — designed to introduce students to careers in cybersecurity and provide insight into an exciting development programme.

📝 Register now: Introduction to Cyber PATH (Webinar)
👉 https://lnkd.in/eA2zx5DT 

What to Expect

This interactive online session is open to Migrant Leaders mentees and eligible students in our wider community. It offers a valuable opportunity to:

• Meet the Cyber PATH team
• Learn more about the programme and its benefits
• Gain first-hand insight into the application process and selection criteria
• Take part in a live Q&A session

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for Cyber PATH, applicants should:

• 🇬🇧 Have the right to work in the UK
• 🎓 Be in full-time tertiary education (e.g. university, foundation degree, HND/HNC or similar)
• 📅 Have at least 12 months remaining on their course at the time applications close (further details will be shared during the webina
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We’re proud to continue our partnership with Swan Partners and deeply grateful for their ongoing commitment to supporting the next generation of leaders.

Over the past few years, Swan Partners has worked closely with Migrant Leaders to build meaningful connections and empower talented young people through access, insight, and senior sponsorship.

CFO Roundtable: A Standout Moment

A highlight from last year was the CFO roundtable hosted by Swan Partners — an exceptional opportunity for our mentees to engage with CFOs from some of the UK’s leading organisations.

The evening offered candid, high-value discussions on:

• Technology, machine learning, and AI
• Leading through change
• Macroeconomic and political trends
• Building and sustaining workplace culture

These experiences provide invaluable exposure, helping young people better understand leadership at the highest levels while building confidence and professional networks.

New Opportunity: Paid Internship with Swan Partners 🚀

We are delighted to announce that Migrant Leaders is collaborating once again with Hempsons, a leading healthcare law firm, to offer an outstanding Careers in Law work experience opportunity for Year 12 students based in Manchester.

This programme is designed to give students meaningful insight into the legal profession, helping them explore future pathways into law through real-world exposure and professional support.

Work Experience Programme Details

This two-day, in-person experience will take place at Hempsons’ Manchester office:

📅 Dates: 8–9 July 2026
🕘 Time: 9:00am – 5:00pm
📍 Location: Hempsons, Manchester

Students will:

• Gain valuable exposure to the day-to-day work of a law firm

• Learn directly from sector specialists in healthcare law

• Receive guidance and encouragement from a dedicated Hempsons buddy

Last year’s participants described the experience as:

“An extremely insightful experience, which pushes you out of your comfort zone in the most comfort

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We’re delighted to announce a new partnership between Migrant Leaders and Amazon — and to share a new video capturing key moments from our one-week Work Experience Week collaboration.

This experience offered our mentees a unique inside view of Amazon’s business, people, and culture, while helping them build the confidence and skills needed to thrive in the world of work.

Highlights from the Week

During the programme, our young people:

• 💬 Built their confidence and communication skills

• 🚀 Discovered a wide range of career pathways at Amazon

• 🤝 Worked alongside inspiring Amazon volunteers on real-world tasks and challenges

Partnerships like this are vital to Migrant Leaders’ mission — helping talented young people from underrepresented backgrounds access meaningful opportunities, professional networks, and career insight.

📽️ Watch the video here: https://lnkd.in/ehHVxvqk 

Want to Join Migrant Leaders?

If you haven’t applied to our programme yet, you can check yo...

Last night, we were proud to come together with Ipsos for an inspiring Mentoring Circles event, focused on empowering young first- and second-generation migrants to thrive in their careers.

A huge thank you to everyone at Ipsos for such a thoughtful evening — from the introduction to Ipsos’ values, to sharing Migrant Leaders’ mission, to the practical insights on future talent recruitment and the skills young people need to succeed in today’s workplace.

Thank you to our Ipsos volunteer mentors

A special thank you to the brilliant Ipsos volunteers who led the small-group mentoring circles and shared their time, stories, and advice with our cohort: Alyona Kovalchuk, Ameenah Mahmood, Aynsley Taylor, Catherine Crick, Eilidh Roberts, Ellie Keeble, Isabelle Rowan, Jacqui Banerjee, Lazhar Bezgrari MBA (LS), Meera, Sasha Zahra, Shala Marie Monderin, Trinh Tu, Alice Kenny, and Yvette Ray.

Partnerships like this make a real difference for the young people we serve — helping them build conf...

We’re excited to announce the next phase of our partnership with Salesforce, bringing Migrant Leaders back to Salesforce Tower for a day of learning, inspiration, and career insight.

What to Expect

Participants can look forward to:

• 💡 AI Workshop – exploring the power of artificial intelligence in business and innovation

• 🏢 Salesforce Insights – gaining a first-hand look at Salesforce’s culture, technology, and career opportunities

🎥 You can watch a video from our original collaboration here: https://lnkd.in/eEy3G9as 

How to Register

📩 Keep an eye out for an email from Elham Fardad with full details on how to register for these events.

Not part of Migrant Leaders yet?

✅ Check your eligibility and apply to join as a mentee here: https://lnkd.in/dHaBaDU 

#MigrantLeaders #Salesforce #Inclusion #Leadership #Mentoring

We’re proud to announce that Migrant Leaders has been selected as the official charity partner for QuantMinds International, one of the world’s leading conferences for quantitative finance professionals.

This exciting partnership highlights our shared commitment to talent development, diversity, and inclusion — empowering young people from all backgrounds to explore opportunities in finance, data, and beyond.

We look forward to connecting with our mentors, mentees, and industry leaders at QuantMinds International as we continue to build bridges between education, mentoring, and global career pathways.

We’re delighted to announce our latest collaboration with Ipsos, a global leader in research and data insights, for the upcoming Ipsos Insights & Mentoring Circles Day, held in partnership with Migrant Leaders.

On Thursday, 27 November 2025, A Level (or equivalent) students, university students, and graduates are invited to an inspiring evening of learning, mentoring, and connection at Ipsos, London.

What to Expect:

💬 Insights from Ipsos leaders on how data and research drive impact across industries.
🤝 Mentoring circles offering career advice and personal guidance.
🌐 Networking opportunities with professionals and peers in the fields of data, research, consulting, and marketing.

Who Can Apply:

This event is open to Migrant Leaders A Level students, university students, and graduates who are curious about building careers in research, data, consulting, or marketing.

Not yet part of the Migrant Leaders programme? Apply here: https://lnkd.in/da8jSpM 

How to Apply:

Email Elham Fa...