Helping businesses thrive - BAME Lone Parents Network Consulting

Focus: Build a foundation of community, resources, and emotional support.

Year 1 (2025):

• Establish 3 local chapters (or online hubs) for support groups.
   
• Launch a mentorship program (20 mentors and mentees).
   
• Deliver 12 monthly peer support sessions and 4 workshops on mental health and parenting.
   

Year 2 (2026):

• Expand to 5 chapters, including hybrid (online & in-person) support.
   
• Grow mentorship network to 50 pairs.
   
• Deliver 20 support sessions and 8 wellness workshops.
   

Year 3 (2027):

• Serve 500+ lone parents across all chapters.
   
• Build a resource hub (online portal with videos, guides, and community forums).
   

KPIs:

• 500 active members by end of Year 3.
   
• 80% of participants report reduced isolation and improved emotional well-being.
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Focus: Support BAME lone parents in achieving financial independence and career growth.

Year 1 (2025):

• Host 4 financial literacy workshops.
   
• Partner with 3 local organizations for employment programs.
   
• Help 20 parents access training or return-to-work schemes.
   

Year 2 (2026):

• Expand partnerships to 8 organizations, including childcare providers and job agencies.
   
• Launch a micro-grant fund (up to £500 per parent) for skills training or small businesses.
   
• Support 50 parents in finding employment or launching businesses.
   

Year 3 (2027):

• Develop a sustainable "Parent Entrepreneur Hub" for small business support.
   
• Train 100 parents in income-generating skills or certifications.
   

KPIs:

• 200 parents supported with employment, training, or business start-up by end of Year 3.
   
• 50% of participants report increased income or financial stability.
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Focus: Ensure BAME lone parents are heard, represented, and supported by policy and wider society.

Year 1 (2025):

• Create a council engagement plan to address housing, childcare, and discrimination issues.
   
• Build a social media presence and collect stories for advocacy.
   
• Host 1 public awareness event.
   

Year 2 (2026):

• Partner with local councils to shape at least 2 policies or programs benefiting lone parents.
   
• Secure 3 corporate sponsors or funding partners.
   
• Grow network membership to 300 parents.
   

Year 3 (2027):

• Host the first National BAME Lone Parents Summit (conference + workshops).
   
• Publish an annual report on the state of BAME lone parents (with policy recommendations).
   
• Expand membership to 500+ and secure £50k in funding for long-term sustainability.
   

KPIs:

• 3 policies influenced or programs created by Year 3.
   
• £50k in funding secured for sustainability.
   
• National recognition through events and partnerships.
   

YearFocus2025Build foundation: launch chapters, workshops, mentorship, partnerships.2026Expand reach: more chapters, employment/business programs, advocacy.2027Scale impact: national presence, policy influence, sustainable funding.