Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders
Through mentorship, guidance, and a supportive community, we inspire Black and racially minoritised youth to dream big and succeed.
What we do
About Lerato
Founded in 2019, the Lerato Community Initiative was created to address systemic inequities affecting Black and mixed-heritage youth. We are committed to empowering young people through life coaching, mentoring, and skills development, ensuring they have the support and opportunities needed to thrive
What We Do
School-Based Coaching and Mentoring Programmes
Inspired Youth: Empowering Young People Through Coaching
Under the Inspired Youth banner, we deliver two dynamic school-based coaching programmes designed to uplift, empower, and inspire young people: Sister Talk and SIMS (Stand In My Shoes).
Sister Talk
SIMS (Stand In My Shoes)
SIMS (Stand In My Shoes) for Boys Aged 13 – 16 years
Sister Talk for Girls aged 13 – 16 years
Our Community Programmes
At Lerato Community Initiative, we are committed to empowering Black and mixed-heritage youth by providing holistic support, mentorship, and opportunities for personal growth. Since 2019, we have reached over 7,800 young people in Lambeth and Greenwich through our dynamic, community-based programmes.
Our Impact
Community sessions delivered
online events
in-school events
Beneficiaries Reached
What our members say about us
D. Greig
Regarding Sister Talk - What a magical thing you all did together. Heartfelt thanks for your wisdom, generosity of spirit and your gift of inspiration to our young people.
Laurina
I enjoyed Sister Talk a lot as it made me understand who I am and my character, it made me develop an understanding of what I want to do in the future, it helped me feel empowered as now I know that it’s ok to be [proud] of my achievements and not feel diminished because it might seem boasty.
Ball
"In terms of the whole 'Sister Talk' package, we have been delighted as a school. It has been the standout external intervention programme. The professional manner in which you have led the programme is now the benchmark for all others."
D. Greig
Regarding Sister Talk - What a magical thing you all did together. Heartfelt thanks for your wisdom, generosity of spirit and your gift of inspiration to our young people.
D. Greig
Regarding Sister Talk - What a magical thing you all did together. Heartfelt thanks for your wisdom, generosity of spirit and your gift of inspiration to our young people.
D. Greig
Regarding Sister Talk - What a magical thing you all did together. Heartfelt thanks for your wisdom, generosity of spirit and your gift of inspiration to our young people.