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 

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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.

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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 

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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 excited to announce our latest Migrant Leaders partnership with Computacenter, a leading FTSE 250 technology services company, for the upcoming Computacenter Business Challenge Day taking place on Tuesday, 4 November 2025, in Hatfield, Hertfordshire.

This full-day experience will offer our Migrant Leaders A-Level students an exclusive look into how a global IT services organisation operates — combining learning, teamwork, and inspiration.

What Students Can Expect:

💡 Hear from Computacenter professionals about their career journeys and industry insights.
🏭 Take part in a warehouse tour to see operations in action.
🤝 Work in teams on a real-world business challenge.
🎤 Present ideas, receive feedback, and build professional connections.

This collaboration is part of Migrant Leaders’ mission to bridge opportunity gaps and help talented young people — including first- and second-generation migrants and all disadvantaged youth — access mentoring, career insights, and professional ne...

We’re thrilled to continue our SOMOs Award-winning partnership with Smith+Nephew, a world-leading medical technology company dedicated to advancing healthcare innovation and inspiring future talent.

On 19th November 2025, Year 12 and Year 13 students will have the exceptional opportunity to visit Smith+Nephew’s offices for an immersive day of learning, exploration, and inspiration.

What Students Can Expect:

🔹 Experience a virtual surgery and explore how technology transforms patient care.
🔹 See live product demonstrations, gaining insight into medical innovation in action.
🔹 Tour Smith+Nephew’s facilities to understand global operations.
🔹 Meet inspiring professionals shaping the future of healthcare and engineering.

During the event, Smith+Nephew will also reveal details of their Summer 2026 Work Experience Programme — offering students a rare chance to gain hands-on experience in a global innovation environment.

Work Experience Details:

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On 23 September 2025, more than 250 Sixth Form students at Alec Reed Academy came together to hear directly from our Founder & CEO, Elham Fardad. She shared her journey, reflections on leadership, and advice on navigating careers and opportunities.

At Migrant Leaders, we are honoured to collaborate with schools committed to unlocking potential and championing equity in education. Our goal is to ensure that talented young people are equipped with the confidence, mentoring, and access they deserve.

A heartfelt thank you to Alec Reed Academy for your warm welcome, and to the students whose curiosity and ambition made the day truly special. We look forward to continuing to partner with schools dedicated to inspiring and empowering the next generation.

We are delighted to invite you to the Migrant Leaders Gala on Friday 12th September 2025 at The Landmark, London. Doors open at 18:00 for an inspiring evening of celebration, connection, and social impact.

Why Attend?

• Support Diverse Talent
Every ticket sale directly funds the participation of high‑potential mentees from migrant and disadvantaged backgrounds, helping them access life‑changing opportunities.

• Network with Impact
Connect with senior leaders from FTSE 100 companies and other leading firms—our mentors, corporate partners, and future leaders—all gathered in one room.

• Be Part of Something Special
Enjoy a champagne reception, three-course fine dining, and inspiring keynote speeches from our founder Elham Fardad and our patrons, including Dr Yvonne Thompson CBE DL and Saeed Acha MBE DL. The evening will conclude with an awards ceremony and entertainment featuring music and dancing.

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At Migrant Leaders, we are driven by impact — and our partnership with Infineum is a shining example of what purposeful collaboration can achieve.

This summer marks the second year of the Migrant Leaders Infineum Internship, offering 15 outstanding university students the chance to gain real-world experience, professional development, and a pathway into the corporate world and chemicals industry. These internships are more than just placements — they are transformational experiences that inspire confidence, ambition, and belonging. We are proud to stand alongside these talented young people as they build their futures, and we are deeply grateful to Aldo Govi, Salima Shariff, and the entire Infineum team for opening your doors and your hearts to them.

🎥 Watch our collaboration video here: See our collaboration video

🎉 Infineum Sponsors the Migrant Leaders Gala 2025! 🎉

We are also thrilled to announce that Infineum is the proud sponsor of the Migrant Leaders Gala 2025 — an eveni...

We are delighted to share the launch of our exciting new partnership with Informa, one of the world’s leading knowledge services and business intelligence companies. This collaboration represents a powerful step forward in our mission to create opportunities for the next generation of diverse talent.

Earlier this week, we hosted the Informa x Migrant Leaders launch event, which brought together our mentees, Informa colleagues, and the Migrant Leaders team for an inspiring day of connection and insight. Over the past few days, we’ve been humbled by the heartfelt feedback from our mentees. Their reflections have been filled with gratitude, motivation, and a renewed sense of possibility—proof that the stories shared and relationships built are already leaving a lasting mark.

Stay tuned! The event video will be released on YouTube in the coming days, capturing the energy, inspiration, and shared purpose that made the launch so special.

We extend our warmest thanks to everyone at Infor...