We had an incredible time kicking off our SAYes Alumni Group in London over the weekend for a day full of laughter, connection, and community! 🥰 We started with a beautiful brunch at @coteuk St Paul’s (huge thanks for hosting us!) before setting out on a walking tour of the

🎥 Meet Fiona – our incredible UK Programmes Manager at SAYes Mentoring! 🇬🇧✨ In this video, Fiona shares her journey with SAYes and gives us a look at the exciting initiatives our UK team is rolling out. From alumni engagement to new mentoring opportunities, Fiona highlights

🌿✨ Big vibes + secret gardens = the perfect kickoff for our SAYes UK Alumni community! We gathered in London for a cozy brunch at Côte St. Paul’s, then set off on a walking tour through some of the city’s most magical hidden gardens. 💐🍃 From reconnecting with familiar faces

May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚 And at SAYes, mental health isn’t just a concept—it’s connection, compassion, and community. We asked our staff: What does mental health mean to you? 🎥 Hit play to find out—then tell us in the comments what it means to you. @gilliana

🌍✨ World Give Day 2025 is here! ✨🌍 Looking for a meaningful way to make a difference? Whether you have time to give or the means to donate, your support can change a young person’s life. At SAYes Mentoring, we connect young people in London and South Africa with caring,

🎥 Meet Jack—SAYes Ambassador, former mentee, volunteer mentor, and Mentee Liaison. Since 2021, Jack’s journey with SAYes has come full circle—and today, he’s sharing what mental health means to him. As someone who’s grown through both sides of the mentoring relationship, Jack

🧠💬 For Mental Health Awareness Month, we asked our mentors and mentees one big question: How does connection support your mental health? The answers were honest, powerful, and full of heart. 💚 Swipe through to hear what they had to say. Feeling inspired? Comment “connection”

🌍 Mental Health Matters — UK & South Africa 🧠💬 Swipe through for key mental health facts, support resources, and helplines in both countries. Whether you're seeking help or want to offer it, there's a role for everyone in building a more connected, supportive world. 💙 ✨ If

🌸 Happy Mother's Day 🌸 Today, we honour the mothers, grandmothers, guardians, and mother figures who nurture with love, guide with wisdom, and show up with unwavering support. At SAYes Mentoring, we’re reminded daily of the power of nurturing relationships. Whether it’s a

🌈 ANNOUNCING: PRIDE in Mentorship Roundtable 🌈 📅 June 11th | ⏰ 1 PM EST / 6 PM UK / 7 PM SAST | 💻 Virtual Event Join us for a powerful conversation exploring how mentorship can shape and uplift LGBTQIA+ lives, especially for young people navigating identity, career, and

💻✨ A huge THANK YOU to Netto Invest for their generous donation of 14 used laptops to SAYes Mentoring! This incredible contribution will directly support young adults in our program, giving them access to vital tools for education, opportunity, and growth. Annuschka Du Perez,

✨ Meet Marriam, a SAYes Alumna, and one of our newest Mentee Liaisons for the SAYes UK Programmes! 🇬🇧💫 Marriam brings a powerful combination of lived experience, academic insight, and deep passion for youth empowerment to the team. As someone who is care-experienced, she

We often think of mentorship as a professional growth tool — but it’s also a powerful support system for mental health. ✅ It provides emotional support ✅ Boosts confidence and resilience ✅ Helps you stay motivated and goal-oriented In a world where mental well-being matters

✨ Community, Connection & Mental Health ✨ Transition Specialist Natika and Mentee Liaisons Marriam and Rose had a wonderful time connecting with incredible organisations and youth workers across London at the Mental Health and Wellbeing Network event. 💬🧠 This year’s

🌟 Meet Rose – our newest Mentee Liaison for the SAYes UK Programmes! 🌟 Rose is no stranger to SAYes. She’s a former mentee, a passionate public speaker, trainer, and experienced Young Trustee—and now, she’s bringing her voice and vision full circle as a leader on our team. As

When life feels overwhelming, connection can be your anchor. In this Mental Health Awareness Month video, Bridget—our Partner Programmes Lead at SAYes—shares simple, powerful ways to stay connected even during the toughest times. Because no one should have to go it alone. 💚

🎙️ Our co-founder, Michelle Potter, and Mentee Liaison, Zizipho Quluba, joined Saskia on Lunch with Pippa this afternoon to chat about SAYes Mentoring and the work we do with youth living in and exiting children’s homes.⁠ They shared how our mentoring programmes help young

Pride isn’t just a celebration. It’s a call for equity, safety, and belonging. At SAYes, we believe every young person deserves to be seen and supported—just as they are. 🌈 #PrideWithSAYes #MentorshipMatters #LGBTQYouth @gilliana

This #RefugeeWeek, #OurSuperpower is providing guidance, advocacy, and support. 🧡 @refugeeweekuk

POV: You’re a t-shirt I can’t win because I work here. 🫠🫦 #LipsOfEnvy Link to donate: sayesmentoring.donorsupport.co/page/FundtheFu… @gilliana