In the third quarter of 2026, Friends Career Center (FCC) welcomed nine young people into Cohort 5 of the Mentorship Program carried out in partnership with Forward Africa Education Trust (FAET). The cohort will run for three months and conclude at the end of October 2026.
The mentorship program is designed to equip participants with practical skills that can help them prepare for their next steps, whether they are planning to continue their education, enter the job market, or explore entrepreneurship.
Throughout the program, participants are developing skills in:
- Career planning and goal setting
- CV and cover letter writing
- Interview preparation
- University application preparation
- Personal statement writing
- Computer and digital literacy
- English writing and speaking
- Entrepreneurship and exploring business opportunities
Rather than focusing only on theory, the mentorship sessions encourage participants to practice these skills and connect them to their own goals and aspirations.
For many young people, the transition from high school to university, employment, or entrepreneurship comes with important questions: What should I do next? How do I prepare? Where do I start?
The Friends Career Center Mentorship Program was created to help young people navigate these transitions with greater confidence, practical skills, and guidance.
Since launching in 2022, the program has supported 28 young people through professional development, career guidance, and networking. Former mentees have gone on to pursue university education, employment, and entrepreneurship.
Looking beyond the current cohort, FCC aims to strengthen and expand the Mentorship Program so that more young people can access the guidance, skills, networks, and confidence they need to pursue their goals. The journey continues as FCC works alongside young people to help them take their next steps.
