Head Up! Mentoring Scheme - Open!

Who can take part?

Anyone who self identifies as disabled, who is aged 14-18.

Who 'counts' as disabled?

We use disability as an umbrella term to cover a range of conditions. Even if you don't identify as disabled, you may still be eligible. Some examples: SpLDs like dyslexia, neurodiversity: autism, ADHD, mental health conditions e.g. anxiety, Sensory conditions, Long-term illnesses: arthritis, crohns, CFS, Mobility impairments... and more!

What does mentoring involve?

You will meet for 1 hour per month, online. Our mentors are university students who identify as disabled. It's led by YOU and can cover: university applications, awareness of support you can get, confidence in asking for support, revision tips, setting goals and planning for success; making important decisions, navigating social situations and confidence disclosing disability

How does it work?

Communication is via email and you will meet online via Google Meets or Zoom. Safety is incredibly important to us. All our mentors have DBS checks and safeguarding training. We record all contact between you, and ask you and your mentor to sign our code of conduct. You can find our safeguarding policies on our website.