“I feel it is important for young adults to have someone older in their lives to talk to and ask questions and who will help guide them.”

“This year the volunteers and myself have renamed the sessions ‘Happy Hour’, an hour working with fantastic young people building their skills and showing them the world of work. Our faces hurt at the end of session from all the smiling and laughing, it is such a special hour! “

“My close network of female peers helped me realise the importance of supporting and developing female talent, which has been a focus area for me for the last few years and what has inspired me to volunteer in this space.”

“The programme has increased my self-confidence and knowing that I am helping others and the community has also given me a sense of accomplishment.”

“It’s a great experience, it’s a learning journey and it’s a giving to the other experience that will make you feel good!”

“These 30 mins a week spent with the student will bring you satisfaction and will be a fantastic get-away from your fast-paced life.”

“I was keen to see whether as a mentor, I would be able to give any clarity in a crucial time of a young person’s life, as well as taking the opportunity to reflect back on my own career and choices I’ve made.”

“It is very refreshing stepping away from the day job and reflecting on the skills that you have developed and how you might be able to apply these to really help a small organisation.”

“Being a Trustee has allowed me to use and develop my skills outside of my day job, make a positive impact on the community and connect with like-minded women.”