Partner with us – Empowering Black Women in Leadership
At lollipop, our mission is to address the lack of representation and inequity faced by Black women in leadership roles. We are dedicated to creating an equal playing field by providing Black women with access to mentors and sponsors from diverse backgrounds. Our vision is to empower Black women and nurture their career development and advancement through the power of mentorship.
Statistics:
- According to the All In survey 2023, 30% of Black people are likely to leave the industry due to lack of inclusion and/or discrimination.
- In London’s working population, Black representation in the industry stands at only 4%, with a mere 2% holding C-Suite positions.
- The recent McKinsey Women in the Workplace report highlights that Black women are more likely to be overlooked for promotions compared to their non-Black female colleagues. Additionally, they are the least likely to benefit from career development and training opportunities within organisations.
Supporting Young Diverse Talent:
Our core offering, fostering diversity and inclusion by connecting Black mid-level professionals with senior industry mentors, remains at the heart of our mission. We are building on our existing database of active mentors and mentees, extending companies the opportunity to utilise lollipop mentoring as a valuable resource to support their young diverse hires.
Retention, Retention, Retention:
With an increase in young diverse talent following the events of George Floyd’s murder, lollipop is here to support and nurture these individuals. Our aim is not only to assist mid-level Black women but also to ensure that diverse talent thrives in the industry. Our database comprises enthusiastic mentors with diverse lived experiences. Our transformative mentoring program spans over 6 months, allowing companies to invest in young talent and drive professional growth, enhance diversity and inclusion, and create a positive impact within their businesses.
How You Can Support Us:
- Become a lollipop mentor: Encourage your company to participate in our mentorship program by offering senior staff as mentors to our mid-level Black women mentees.
- Benefit from lollipop mentorship: Identify potential mentees within your organisation who could benefit from our mentorship program.
- Provide Space and Resources: Offer space for our events and access to resources that can help us produce valuable content for our community.
- Financial Support: We are not funded and rely on financial support to continue our mission. Invest in Lollipop and invest in your workforce.
- Platform and Visibility: Support us by providing platforms for our mentors and mentees to speak and participate in panel events, enhancing their visibility and professional growth.
Collaboration with Companies:
lollipop offers a variety of ways to collaborate with companies to create a more diverse and inclusive workplace:
- Bespoke Mentorship Programs: We can deliver speed mentoring for all mid-level staff or specifically tailored programs for Black female staff.
- Leadership Guidance: Equip your leaders with the tools to work with diverse talent and lead inclusively.
- Bespoke Junior Internship Programs: Develop tailored internship initiatives to support the next generation of diverse talent.
- lollipop mentoring Company-Wide Cohorts: Implementing company-wide mentoring cohorts can enhance diversity and drive positive change within your organisation.
For more information, please contact us at info@lollipopmentoring.com. Together, let’s build a brighter and more inclusive future for Black women in leadership positions.
