What is “Mentoring”?

 

There is no hard and fast definition for mentoring. Generally it means pairing a learner with someone more senior and more  experienced to give them support, encouragement and guidance.

The key to mentoring is developing a one-to-one relationship, which is about personal as well as career development. A mentor should be someone you can confide in, and ask for help in resolving a situation or making a decision. Do you want to mentor?Can you spare a couple of hours a month to mentor someone?

The Mentor Ring provides one-to-one support and guidance to people of all ages and backgrounds. We help individuals and communities tackle their personal challenges – whether it is in health and well-being, education, employment, sport, or settling in the UK, we match Mentors with Mentees to support them with their needs or goals. We also run a number of exciting projects and provide training and our Bollywood Creative Dance Workshop with Desi Groovers run every other Friday in February.

To be a part of this thriving charity, contact us!

National Mentoring Month Thank You Mentor, 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 💫
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