The Role of Mentorship Programmes for Integration: Best Practices

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Welcome to the hybrid meeting The Role of Mentorship Programmes for Integration: Best Practices.

For whom?

This meeting is intended for individuals looking to enhance integration strategies in Finland through mentorship, including coordinators, mentors, organizations supporting integration, and immigrants seeking career guidance.

About

Mentorship programmes are crucial in facilitating the integration of immigrants into new communities by providing tailored support to address their specific challenges. These initiatives offer essential guidance, motivation, and resources, assisting newcomers in navigating unfamiliar systems, cultures, and surroundings.

In Finland, various mentorship initiatives have developed over recent years, particularly aimed at helping immigrants secure employment, guiding international students in their career journeys, or aiding immigrants in launching their business ventures.

Unfortunately, there are few platforms that allow the creators of these mentorship initiatives to connect, share experiences, and exchange effective practices. Such interactions can enhance mentorship programmes, making them more impactful for their intended audiences.

This panel discussion aims to gather professionals engaged in mentorship projects to explore the vital role these programmes play in immigrant integration and their actual support mechanisms. Panelists will share experiences and insights from their work, illuminating the current state of mentorship initiatives in Finland while addressing future challenges and possibilities.

Panelists:

Jenni Labarthe, Coordinator at Auroras network.
Arkan Aal-Owayef, Skills Development Manager at Startup Refugees.
Kwabena Asante, Data Analyst and former mentee at Think Career mentorship programme of Think Africa.

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