Note:
Whilst care has been taken in the curation of this list, unless otherwise stated, Bounce Black has no official affiliation with any of the following organisations. Therefore, we cannot guarantee the quality of each individual’s interaction with them, and we do not accept liability for any of their actions. Use of their products or services is entirely at the user’s risk.

Employment and entrepreneurship


ACAS

The UK dispute resolution body for employer and employee disputes

Access to Work

A government-funded scheme that supports employees or job offer-holders with disabilities, long term health conditions or mental health conditions

Action for Race Equality

A national organisation working to challenge racial discrimination and empower minority ethnic groups in the UK

The Aleto Foundation

Corporate leadership development for young people from underrepresented backgrounds

A Touch of Colour (ATOC)

A platform dedicated to the experiences of underrepresented groups at work

Beyond Our Youth

A platform advocating for and showcasing youth entrepreneurship, philanthropy and social impact

The Black Apprentice Network

A global community of Black current and aspiring apprentices

Black British City Group

A London-based network for Black British professionals

Black British Initiative

An organisation empowering Black British entrepreneurs

Black Create Connect

Career opportunities, coaching and community for Black professionals

The Black Economist Network

A network connecting and supporting Black economists in the UK

Black and HR

A platform for Black Human Resources professionals

Black Politicos

A network for Black professionals working in public policy and public affairs in the UK

Black Valley

A community for Black tech professionals and entrepreneurs

Black Woman in Human Resources (BWHR)

Community for and by Black women in the HR profession

Black Young Professionals

Conferences and career opportunities for young Black professionals

Bridging Barriers

Career mentoring for young people from underrepresented backgrounds

Bright Network

Career advice, job opportunity listings and career path testing for graduates

Caged Bird HR

Culturally sensitive independent HR advice (US only)

Careers with Disabilities

Disability friendly job listings

Cole Khan Solicitors

A specialist employment law firm that advises on discrimination and other workplace issues

Conduct Change

An organisation campaigning for change to employment law in the UK to allow for legal claims to be brought about workplace bullying

Creative Access

Career opportunities and training in creative industries for underrepresented groups

Creative Mentor Network

Mentorship and job opportunities in creative industries for young people from underrepresented backgrounds

CrowdJustice

A fundraising platform specifically for the costs of legal proceedings

Culture Cite

A platform for US-based employees dealing with unlawful and unfair work experiences, including documentation logging and signposting to employment attorneys

The Diverse Creative

Training and development opportunities for people with disabilities navigating financial security

The Diversity Dashboard

A job opportunity platform for minority groups

Dream Nation

A community and platform for practical dreamers

Evenbreak

Job board for disabled candidates looking for inclusive employers

Equality Advisory and Support Service

A free helpline for advice on equality and human rights issues in the UK

Equal Opportunity Employment Commission (US)

A federal agency that enforces laws against workplace discrimination

Flexa

Job board for candidates looking for flexible working

ForbesBLK

A global community of Black professionals, leaders, entrepreneurs and creatives

Free Representation Unit

Free legal representation at employment tribunals

Girl Dreamers

Personal and professional development for young women of colour interested in social impact

The Halo Collective

An organisation campaigning against race-based hair discrimination

Harassment Support Network

A Brussels-based organisation for people experiencing harassment at work

Hire Black

A job listing board for Black professionals

Hue

Networking and development opportunities for BIPOC leaders (US)

Hustle Crew

Diversity and inclusion education for the workplace (UK)

Impact Black

Leadership training for Black professionals (UK)

Job Help

Support, training and advice on finding a job

Law Centre Network

Free legal advice on employment, benefits, housing and immigration

LawWorks

Free legal advice on employment law matters

Master of Legal Studies

US Employment Law rights and resources

The Mentoring Lab

Strengths based coaching and mentoring for young people to overcome barriers to success

My Innovation Collective

An online peer platform connecting entrepreneurs with established professionals

National Apprenticeship Service

Information and advice about apprenticeships and vocational training

National Careers Service

Information and advice about education, careers and training in England

Neurobox

Information, coaching and support for neurodivergent people in the workplace

Olmec

Training and development opportunities for Black and minoritised people interested in social enterprise and board membership

People of Color in Tech (POCIT)

Insights and opportunities for people of colour who are interested in technology careers

RadHR

A library of Human Resources policies and practises by and for social impact organisations

Rare Recruitment

A diversity focused student and graduate recruitment platform

Red in the Spectrum

Information about legal rights in the workplace for disabled and Neurodivergent employees

SEO London

Programmes for the personal and professional development of students from underrepresented and underserved backgrounds

Send it to Alex

Tailored employment support for neurodivergent and disabled people

Smart Works

Free job interview coaching and clothing for women

Social Fixt

Job board for Black talent looking for opportunities within the UK creative industries

Soul Purpose 360

Coaching and mentoring opportunities for Black women interested in social impact work

The Speak Out Revolution

A survey and campaign to end the culture of silence around workplace bullying and harassment

The Suited & Booted Centre

Free interview coaching and clothing for men

Upwork

Freelance work advertisement board

Valla

Affordable legal support with employment law matters for workers in the UK

Women in the City African-Caribbean Network (WCAN)

Personal and professional development for Black women and girls interested in corporate careers

Workplace Fairness

Free information about workplace rights for US based employees

Workrave

An app that monitors computer usage and prompts you to take microbreaks

7 Skills for the Future

Workshops and resources around personal development and soft skills

2020 Levels

Entrepreneurship accelerator programmes for Black and racially underrepresented founders

10,000 Interns Foundation

Internship opportunities for Black and/or disabled students and graduates

Education and academia


Amos Bursary

A five-year personal and professional development programme for young African and Caribbean people in the UK

The Application (HBCU 20×20)

Academic and career resources for people of color in the US

The Armitage Foundation

Personal and professional development programmes for aspiring medics from underrepresented backgrounds

Black British Professionals in STEM (BBSTEM)

Networking and mentorship for Black British university students interested in STEM careers

The Black Excellence Network

Mentorship for Black prospective Higher Education students

Black Future Leaders Sponsorship Programme (Bank of England)

Funding and internship opportunities for Black university students

Black Heart Foundation

Scholarships for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds

Black In Academia

A community platform showcasing global Black scholarship

The Blueprint Project

A graduate-led network supporting Black and mixed race students in Years 7-13

The Bounce Black Bursary

Small grants to support Black university students in the UK with personal and professional development costs

Bridging Barriers

Mentoring programmes for young people aged 16-25 from disadvantaged backgrounds

Disabled Students UK

Disabled-led advocacy for disabled and neurodiverse students in Higher Education

Finesse Your Education

Scholarships and opportunities for university students in the US

Head Up!

Mentoring by and for disabled students in Higher Education

Huddlecraft

Peer learning programmes and incubators

KINSIS

Holistic leadership development for Black women in Higher Education

Leading Routes

A community for Black academic researchers

Melanin Medics

Events, mentoring and networking opportunities for current and future medical professionals of African and Caribbean heritage

Miranda Brawn Diversity Leadership Scholarship

Education scholarships for future diversity leaders in the UK

One Degree

Mentorship for students from disadvantaged backgrounds

Open Palm

Life skills workshops and work experience opportunities for young people from underserved backgrounds

Psst

Whistleblower advice and documentation support

Save the Student scholarships

A list of scholarships for ethnic minority students in the UK

The Scholarship Hub

A database of scholarships, grants and bursaries for UK students, including ethnic minorities

Technology Community for Racial Equality (TC4RE)

Scholarships for students from underrepresented backgrounds who are interested in careers in technology

Valued Minds CIC

A student organisation addressing challenges faced by BME university students in the UK

Zero Gravity

Mentoring, masterclasses and scholarships for students from low opportunity backgrounds