Programs
Empower offers a series of monthly online webinar designed to equip black teenagers with the knowledge and skills to pursue their educational and career aspirations.
Our webinars cover a wide range of topics, from academic success to career exploration. We offer clear explanations of post-college options, real opportunities you can act on and practical guidance that will help you to realize your goals.
Empower is for Black students aged 16-19 and also for parents supporting them
February 13th 2026
Webinar Title: How to Stand Out
Focus:
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CV building (even with little experience)
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Work experience that counts
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LinkedIn for students
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Skills employers look for
March 13th 2026
Webinar Title: Navigating the System
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Confidence and self-belief
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Mentorship & networks
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Scholarships & support systems
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Long-term planning
Q1 2026 Webinar Series
January 16th, 2026
Webinar Title: What Can I do in 2026?
Focus:
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Education and career pathways
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Jobs hiring young people in 2026
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Degrees & apprenticeships that lead to real careers
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Scholarships and programmes to apply for now
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A 90-day action plan
Register for the January Webinar
This free online webinar will help you understand your options, the opportunities available to you, an action plan and empower you to take your next steps with confidence.
Please complete the form to secure a slot for this free online webinar.
Become a Partner
Empower encourages community engagement and collaboration to create a supportive environment for black teenagers. Join us in making a difference in the lives of young individuals.
We are working towards partnering with:
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Secondary schools
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Sixth forms and colleges
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Youth Organizations
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Churches and community groups
How You Can Get Involved
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Share webinar opportunities with students
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Invite Empower to speak to students
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Partner on future youth programmes
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Volunteer to be a speaker
About Us
Too many young black people are expected to make life-changing decisions without access to information.
Empower exists to ensure Black teenagers in the UK have access to clear, practical information about education and career opportunities, so they can make confident decisions about their future.
OUR APPROACH
We focus on:
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Clear explanations, not jargon
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Options, not pressure
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Practical steps, not theory
OUR VALUES
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Clarity - honest, simple explanations
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Access - highlighting real opportunities
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Empowerment - confidence through information
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Action - practical next steps