Welcome to The Mentor Ring
Working ‘at the heart of the community’ to provide mentoring support and guidance to people of all ages and backgrounds.
Our Story
The Mentor Ring is a community-based charity supporting individuals through mentoring and guiding people of all ages and backgrounds, helping them to overcome significant barriers to social inclusion.
We believe that no individual should be excluded from active participation in employment, training, education, community life or social activities because of cultural, language, physical, mental or emotional health issues.
Our Mission
Over the years, we have made a meaningful impact by empowering individuals from diverse socio-economic backgrounds including veterans and their family members to overcome barriers, achieve their full potential, and foster a sense of belonging. Our work promotes resilience, self-confidence, and integration, creating lasting positive change across communities in Wales and England – particularly in the London Borough of Bexley and Dartford in Kent.
Investing in Volunteer Award
The Mentor Ring (TMR) has proudly received the Investing in Volunteers award from the Wales Council for Voluntary Action (WCVA), underscoring TMR’s commitment to outstanding volunteer management. This recognition highlights TMR’s dedication to creating a positive and supportive volunteer environment, emphasising meaningful contributions to the organisation’s mission.
Gold Award Armed Forces Covenant 2025
The Mentor Ring recognise the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business and to our country. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant.
The Mentor Ring is delighted to announce that we have received the Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award for 2025 from the Ministry of Defence for our support of the Armed Forces community. Our policy is to support armed forces personnel and their families in both staff and volunteer roles. We ensure that anyone in any branch of the armed forces, including family members, who work in an employed or volunteer role for our organisation is given the time to dedicate to their responsibilities. We promise to continue to support full-time armed forces members, reservists and their families.
Upcoming Events:
The Mentor Ring Services in England Supporting Individuals & Strengthening Communities
We are thrilled to announce that The Mentor Ring is officially highlighting its services in England!
Join us for a special afternoon with The Mentor Ring (TMR) England, where community, connection, and opportunity come together. This is a fantastic opportunity to meet our dedicated team, learn more about our inspiring mentoring programmes, and discover how we can work together to foster inclusion, resilience, and positive change. We warmly invite you to connect with us and explore how TMR is supporting and empowering individuals and families across England.Light refreshments will be provided.
- When: Friday, 17th April 2026
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Time: Drop in anytime between 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
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Where: Slade Green and Howbury Community Centre and Library, Chrome Rd, Erith, DA8 2EL.
We look forward to welcoming you and starting this new chapter together.
Launch of South Asian Heritage Month Theme Event, Saturday 25th April 2026
Join us for an in-person theme event exploring the South Asian Heritage Month 2026 theme: Unity in Diversity.
Hosted by the South Asian Heritage Trust, this session offers an opportunity to reflect more deeply on the theme—what it represents, why it is important, and how it can be meaningfully expressed across communities, organisations, and creative work. The event is designed as a space for thoughtful discussion, shared insight, and collaborative exploration.
We will be bringing together community members, educators, creatives, and changemakers to exchange perspectives, ask important questions, and consider how Unity in Diversity can be understood and applied in practice.
Event details
Date: Saturday 25 April 2026
Time: 1:00–3:00pm
Location: Bute Building, Cardiff University
Entry: Pay What You Feel
Projects in England
Projects in Wales
Past Events:
National Mentoring Month, Wednesday 21st January 2026
January is National Mentoring Month 💙
We celebrated with a powerful “Thank Your Mentor” conversation featuring Nisha Harichandran and Sujatha Thaladi, facilitated by Maxine Joseph — honouring the people who guide us, listen deeply, and shape our personal and professional journeys.
One quote that stayed with us:
✨“Mentoring is the quietest way to start a revolution.”
We explored how mentoring isn’t just a formal role — it’s a daily practice rooted in loud encouragement, opening doors, and helping others re-experience their wins through meaningful feedback. And our favourite takeaway? 🧄 Be more garlic!
Own your value and don’t wait until you feel “ready.”
Missed the session? Catch the full conversation via the link below:
https://youtube.com/live/0XbTv5MRsF8?feature=share
Whether you’re looking for guidance or ready to share your experience as a mentor, we’d love to connect with you 💫
#NationalMentoringMonth #MentoringMatters #TheMentorRing #bemoregarlic
International Women’s Day, Saturday 14th March 2026
On 14th March, we proudly commemorated International Women’s Day with a dynamic and inspiring event that celebrated the resilience, accomplishments, and talents of women in our community.
The program presented engaging dance performances, a melodious singing act, and an expressive poetry recitation, all of which reflected creativity, passion, and collaboration.
This year’s celebration embraced the theme “Give To Gain,” highlighting the idea that generosity, support, and shared strength lead to collective growth and success. It was a meaningful and uplifting occasion dedicated to the true spirit of womanhood.
Donate Now
Your donations help us to continue running our group and individual activities, provide resouces for those who require them i.e., food and basic essentials, and continue offering a safe space for the community to meet.
Get Involved
The Mentor Ring offers a range of voluntering opportunities flexible to your avaliability and interests.
Key positions include:
- Mentoring
- Interpretation
- Digital
- Administrative Support
- Events Coordination
A huge thank you to our funders for their generous support. Your contributions enable us to continue our work and make a real impact. We truly appreciate your belief in our mission!
