Time Together is a mentoring scheme for refugees in Nottingham. The scheme matches volunteer
mentors with refugees to give them guidance, support and encouragement as they settle into their new communities
and pursue their goals.
Since its launch in 2002 Time Together has matched hundreds of refugees with volunteer mentors in cities
across the UK, whilst more than 2000 people have registered their interest in volunteering on the scheme.
Mentors and mentees come from a whole variety of backgrounds and meet together, normally once a week or once
a fortnight. They are supported by their local co-ordinator and workshops and social events are also available.
Through a mentoring relationship people build new networks, friendships and confidence. They may meet over
a drink, visit a gallery or explore the city. They can practice English, access training, volunteering and
employment opportunities or seek advice from someone of the same professional or working background.
Time Together helps refugees find out more about Britain's diverse society as well as further empowering
them to contribute their own culture, knowledge and skills. We aim to help refugees and the host community
to integrate, create ambassadors for refugees in UK communities and promote more positive images of refugees
in the media.
If you are interested in joining or finding out more about Time Together as a
refugee, volunteer mentor or organisation please contact Jo Thorpe or Tamara Riddell at Time
Together on 0115 9349547 email timetogether@nottinghamcvs.co.uk
or go to www.timetogether.org.uk
where you can also register online.
