Education Resources
Scholarships & Grants
Navigating education and career advancement can come with unique challenges, but there are scholarships and grants specifically aimed at empowering Black women in the UK. These opportunities support higher education, professional development, and skill-building.
1. The Black Heart Foundation Scholarship
- Provides financial support to students from underprivileged and diverse backgrounds pursuing education in any field.
- blackheartfoundation.org
2. UNICAF Scholarships
- Offers partial scholarships for online degree programs at partner universities, focusing on African and Caribbean students.
- unicaf.org
3. Chevening Scholarships
- Fully funded scholarships for Black women and other underrepresented groups from Commonwealth countries to pursue master’s degrees in the UK.
- chevening.org
4. The Cowrie Scholarship Foundation
- Aims to fund disadvantaged Black and minority ethnic students attending top UK universities.
- cowriescholarshipfoundation.org
5. The Amos Bursary
- Supports talented Black British students with mentoring, networking, and financial assistance for university.
- amosbursary.org.uk
6. Stormzy’s Scholarship for Black UK Student
- Fully funds tuition and living expenses for Black students attending the University of Cambridge.
- cam.ac.uk
7. Excellence in STEM Scholarships (Various Universities)
- Many UK universities offer scholarships for Black and minority ethnic students pursuing degrees in STEM fields.
8. Snowdon Masters Scholarships
- Provides funding for disabled students, including Black women, pursuing postgraduate studies in the UK.
- disabilityinnovation.com
9. Leadership Scholarships from Women for Africa Foundation
- Targets African women leaders for academic and professional development opportunities in various countries, including the UK.
- mujeresporafrica.es
10. The Freshfields Stephen Lawrence Scholarship
- Provides mentoring and financial support for students from underrepresented groups aspiring to legal careers.
- freshfields.com
11. Target Oxbridge
- A program supporting Black students applying to Oxford or Cambridge, offering mentoring and assistance.
- targetoxbridge.co.uk
12. The Windsor Fellowship
- Offers development programs and scholarships to Black and minority ethnic students in the UK.
- windsor-fellowship.org
13. The BME Medics Scholarship (UCL)
- Provides financial assistance to Black and minority ethnic medical students at University College London.
- ucl.ac.uk
14. African & Caribbean Society Scholarships (Various Universities)
- Check with university ACS chapters, as they often provide small scholarships and grants to support Black students.
15. Gates Cambridge Scholarship
- Fully funds postgraduate degrees for exceptional students from underrepresented backgrounds.
- gatescambridge.org
16. The Aziz Foundation Scholarships
- Offers scholarships to Black and minority ethnic students pursuing postgraduate studies related to social leadership and public service.
- azizfoundation.org.uk
17. Wellcome Trust PhD Scholarships
- Funds students from diverse backgrounds, including Black women, pursuing medical or health-related research degrees.
- wellcome.org
18. The UAL Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship
- Offers financial aid for Black students studying at the University of the Arts London.
- arts.ac.uk
19. The Stephen Lawrence Charitable Trust Bursaries
- Provides funding and support for students pursuing architecture and other creative fields.
- stephenlawrencetrust.org
20. Aspire Fund (British Council)
- Aimed at helping women entrepreneurs, particularly from diverse backgrounds, develop their skills and businesses.
- britishcouncil.org
Time Management & Organisation Skills
Balancing responsibilities can feel overwhelming, but strong time and organizational skills can make a huge difference. Whether managing work, studies, or personal commitments, tools like planners, time-blocking methods, and digital apps can help you stay on track.
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To-Do Lists and Planners
1. Passion Planner
- Combines goal-setting with daily planning, offering customizable templates.
- passionplanner.com
2. My PA Planner
- UK-based planner designed for busy women, focusing on work-life balance.
- mypaplanner.com
3. The Happiness Planner
- Focuses on mindfulness, gratitude, and achieving long-term goals while organizing daily tasks.
- thehappinessplanner.co.uk
4. Smart Women Society’s Life Admin Templates
- Downloadable templates for managing finances, daily schedules, and long-term goals.
- smartwomensociety.com
5. Erin Condren Life Planner
- Stylish and highly customizable planners for organizing personal and professional lives.
- erincondren.com
Time-Management Apps
1. Todoist
- A task management app for creating to-do lists and prioritizing responsibilities.
- todoist.com
2. Trello
- A visual organization app ideal for managing tasks and collaborative projects.
- trello.com
3. Notion
- All-in-one workspace for organizing notes, calendars, and projects.
- notion.so
4. Google Calendar
- A free and easy-to-use tool for scheduling and time-blocking.
- calendar.google.com
5. Forest App
- Helps with time management and focus by gamifying productivity.
- forestapp.cc
Balancing Work, Home, and School
1. Mind Tools Time Management Toolkit
- Articles and tools for mastering time management and achieving work-life balance.
- mindtools.com
2. The Organised Mum Method (TOMM)
- A cleaning and home organization system designed for busy women in the UK.
- theorganisedmum.blog
3. DailyGreatness Journal
- A guided journal combining goal-setting and time management strategies.
- dailygreatness.co.uk
4. Microsoft To-Do
- A simple app for organizing personal and work tasks with reminders.
- microsoft.com
5. Black Ballad: Resources for Black British Women
- Articles and advice on balancing responsibilities and self-care tailored for Black women in the UK.
- blackballad.co.uk
Online Communities and Support
1. Shades of Wellness
- A wellness platform supporting Black women in achieving balance and organization.
- shadesofwellness.co.uk
2. Women Like Me UK
- A community providing tools and resources for personal and professional development.
- womenlikeme.co.uk
3. GirlTrek
- A movement encouraging Black women to prioritize their health and schedules through daily walks and mindfulness.
- girltrek.org
Self-Care and Work-Life Balance Tools
1. Calm App
- Helps manage stress and maintain focus through mindfulness exercises.
- calm.com
2. Pillow: Sleep Cycle Tracker
- Aids in balancing responsibilities by ensuring better sleep routines.
- neuronation.com
Learning Resources
Access to quality learning resources can empower Black women in the UK to achieve personal and professional growth. There are tools available to build skills, gain knowledge, and foster connections.
Career Development and Skills Training
1. FutureLearn
- Offers free and paid courses in diverse fields, including business, technology,d personal development.
- futurelearn.com
2. LinkedIn Learning
- Thousands of courses for professional skills, from project management to graphic design.
- linkedin.com/learning
3. OpenLearn (The Open University)
- Free courses on a wide range of topics, from leadership to digital skills.
- open.edu/openlearn
4. Google Digital Garage
- Free certifications and skills training in digital marketing, data, and IT.
- learndigital.withgoogle.com/digitalgarage
5. Prince’s Trust Enterprise Programme
- Business and entrepreneurship training for young women (ages 18-30).
- princes-trust.org.uk
6. General Assembly
- In-depth courses and bootcamps in coding, data analytics, and UX design.
- generalassemb.ly
7. Code First Girls
- Free coding courses and workshops specifically for women.
- codefirstgirls.com
Financial Education and Entrepreneurship
1. Black Girl Finance
- Workshops and resources tailored to financial empowerment for Black women.
- blackgirlfinance.co.uk
2. She Leads Africa
- Online resources for business skills, entrepreneurship, and networking.
- sheleadsafrica.org
3. Enterprise Nation
- UK-based platform offering business support, including workshops and mentoring.
- enterprisenation.com
Personal Development and Mentorship
1. Bloom UK Mentoring for Black Women
- Free mentoring program focused on personal and professional development.
- bloomnetwork.uk
2. BYP Network
- Connects Black professionals in the UK with opportunities and workshops.
- byp-network.com
3. TED-Ed
- Engaging lessons and resources to develop new skills and expand your knowledge.
- ed.ted.com
4. Akoma Coaching
- Career coaching and personal development programs tailored for Black women.
- akomacoaching.com
Diversity-Focused Initiatives
1. Women in Tech
- Programs and events supporting women pursuing careers in technology.
- womenintech.co.uk
2. Black Women Business Collective (UK)
- A community offering training, events, and networking for Black women entrepreneurs.
- blackwomenbusinesscollective.co.uk
Health and Wellness Learning
1. Mind Mental Health Training
- Workshops and courses on managing mental health in personal and professional contexts.
- mind.org.uk
2. Shades of Wellness
- Educational programs on holistic wellness and self-care for Black women.
- shadesofwellness.co.uk
Free Platforms for Knowledge Expansion
1. Khan Academy
- Free educational resources for various subjects, including finance, math, and personal development.
- khanacademy.org
2. Coursera
- Free and paid university-led courses in diverse subjects, with certifications.
- coursera.org
STEM-Focused Resources
1. Stemettes
- Inspires and supports women and non-binary individuals into STEM careers through workshops, mentoring, and hackathons.
- stemettes.org
2. Women in STEM by WISE Campaign
- Provides training, resources, and networks to encourage women into STEM industries.
- wisecampaign.org.uk
3. Black Women in Science and Engineering (BWISE)
- A platform to support Black women in STEM with networking and career development opportunities.
- bwiseusa.org
4. Black Girls Code (UK events)
- Though US-based, Black Girls Code occasionally offers virtual events and collaborations in the UK.
- blackgirlscode.com
5. British Science Association (BSA)
- Offers grants and training to encourage diversity in STEM education and careers.
- britishscienceassociation.org
Healthcare and Social Care
6. Florence Nightingale Foundation Scholarships
- Offers scholarships for nurses and midwives to advance their careers.
- florence-nightingale-foundation.org.uk
7. RCN Learning Zone
- A free platform by the Royal College of Nursing offering courses and resources for healthcare workers.
- rcn.org.uk
8. Health Education England (HEE)
- Provides training and development for individuals working or interested in healthcare roles.
- hee.nhs.uk
9. African Caribbean Medical Mentors (ACMM)
- Supports Black students pursuing medicine or healthcare careers through mentorship and training.
- acmedicalmentors.org.uk
10. Melanin Medics
- A UK-based organization offering mentorship, resources, and scholarships for Black medical students and professionals.
- melaninmedics.com
11. Black Women in Health
- Provides resources and networking opportunities for Black women in healthcare professions.
- blackwomeninhealth.co.uk
Arts and Creative Fields
1. Creative Access
- Provides training, mentorship, and internships for underrepresented groups in creative industries.
- creativeaccess.org.uk
2. Arts Emergency
- Mentoring and training programs to help people from underrepresented communities break into the arts.
- arts-emergency.org
3. Theatre Peckham Academy
- Training and mentorship opportunities for aspiring creatives in acting, production, and writing.
- theatrepeckham.co.uk
4. Roundhouse Workshops
- Offers affordable workshops and programs in music, media, and performing arts.
- roundhouse.org.uk
Technology and Digital Skills
1. Black Codher Bootcamp
- A free, UK-based coding bootcamp designed to support Black women entering tech.
- niyoenterprise.com/black-codher
2. Tech Up Women (UK)
- A program offering retraining opportunities for women into tech careers.
- techupwomen.org
3. FreeCodeCamp
- A free resource for learning web development, data analysis, and software engineering.
- freecodecamp.org
Business and Entrepreneurship
1. StartUp Britain
- Provides free tools and support for starting and growing a business.
- startupbritain.org
2. Enterprise Enfield Women’s Business Centre
- A UK-based program supporting women entrepreneurs with workshops and one-on-one support.
- enterpriseenfield.org
3. Launch It
- Offers support, including grants and mentorship, for young entrepreneurs.
- launchit.org.uk
General Education and Upskilling
1. British Library Business & IP Centre
- Provides free workshops, tools, and resources for learning and business development.
- bl.uk/business-and-ip-centre
2. The Skills Toolkit by UK Government
- A curated list of free online courses for skills like coding, marketing, and leadership.
- gov.uk/theskillstoolkit
3. Mentoring Black Women (UK)
- Focuses on personal growth and career progression through coaching and peer networks.
- mentoringblackwomen.com