Empowering Ethnic Minority Women to Rise and Lift Others
Adelphe Community Outreach
Adelphe is designed to uplift and support ethnic minority women on their journey to thrive. Many women feel disconnected, isolated, or overlooked, whether they’re adjusting to a new place or have lived in their community for some time. They may have big dreams—like growing a business, advancing their career, or simply feeling more at home—but struggle to find the support and visibility they need to take those steps.
OUR HISTORY
Our BEGINNING
Established in January 2020, Adelphe is more than a support service—it’s an empowering sisterhood committed to holding women’s hands every step of the way, until they’re not only reaching their own goals but thriving and lifting others around them. Through hands-on coaching, mentorship, integration resources, networking, practical workshops, and a business directory, we empower women to gain confidence, make meaningful connections, and find visibility. Our support extends to every life stage, helping women navigate personal and professional challenges with confidence.
IN JANUARY 2020
Adelphe held its inaugural event — a vision board party that marked the beginning of our journey. This gathering brought together women from diverse backgrounds to envision and share their aspirations. This initial event symbolised our commitment to helping women visualize their potential and take tangible steps toward realizing their dreams, setting the stage for all Adelphe's future initiatives.
About Us
MISSION STATEMENT
To empower women from ethnic minority backgrounds by providing tailored coaching, mentorship, and practical workshops that foster personal growth, professional success, and a strong sense of community, ensuring that every woman is seen, heard, and empowered.
VISION STATEMENT
To create a world where every woman, regardless of her background, has the confidence, skills, and support to thrive personally, professionally, and as an entrepreneur, contributing to a more inclusive and diverse society.
Why Adelphe Exists
Women from ethnic minority backgrounds often face isolation, limited access to resources, and barriers to employment, entrepreneurship, and social connection. Adelphe bridges these gaps by empowering women to establish their place in the community, achieve their ambitions, and ultimately give back to others.
Adelphe is proud to contribute to Scotland’s vibrant and dynamic enterprise landscape by addressing key challenges faced by ethnic minority women and fostering inclusive growth. We focus on:
- Fostering Innovation and Entrepreneurship: Through initiatives like our Entrepreneur Mentorship and Business Directory, we empower women to start, scale, and sustain businesses, contributing to Scotland’s small business
- Enhancing Workforce Skills: Our Digital & Creative Skills Bootcamp and other training programs prepare women with the tools and confidence to succeed in Scotland’s modern
- Promoting Inclusive Growth: By amplifying the voices and talents of ethnic minority women, Adelphe strengthens diversity and inclusion across industries, contributing to Scotland’s reputation as a forward-thinking and inclusive
- Bridging Resource Gaps: Acting as a conduit between underrepresented communities and enterprise support systems, we ensure ethnic minority women can access critical resources and unlock their full potential.
Our Approach
At the heart of Adelphe’s work is the belief that every woman deserves to be seen, heard, and empowered. We focus on hands-on support, delivering real impact through:
- Coaching and Mentoring: Personalised guidance to help women set and achieve their professional and personal goals.
- Community Integration and Support: Helping women settle into new environments with resources and welcoming support.
- Personal Brand Development: Assisting women in crafting and amplifying their personal brands to increase visibility and influence in their respective industries.
- Skill-Building Workshops: Practical training in areas like digital skills, communication, and entrepreneurship, preparing women for success.
- Networking and Visibility: Our business directory, bimonthly gatherings, and community events connect women to opportunities and amplify their voices.
Our Initiatives
1.Adelphe Voice: A podcast and interview series that amplifies diverse voices within the community. This initiative provides training for aspiring female podcasters, empowering them to share stories, insights, and conversations that inspire and connect.
- Community News Hub: Showcasing achievements within the community to promote success and opportunity.
- Bimonthly Gatherings: Networking events for SMEs and entrepreneurs to gain visibility, mentorship, and support.
- Health and Well-being Fireside Chats: Providing safe discussions on health and personal transitions.
- Digital & Creative Skills Bootcamp: Equipping participants with essential digital skills, confidence-building tools, and personal branding strategies.
- Entrepreneur Mentorship: Offering tailored coaching for ethnic minority women launching and growing businesses.
- Emerge Programme: A mentorship initiative for young adults (16-25), focused on identity, personal branding, and community involvement.
- Business Directory: A dedicated directory promoting ethnic minority-owned businesses, helping women gain visibility, connect with clients, and expand their networks within the community.
- Adelphe Talks: A platform where women in the community share impactful stories, innovative ideas, and insights, encouraging inspiration, connection, and learning.
Fife BAME Hub – An Adelphe SCIO Project
The Fife BAME Hub is an extension of Adelphe’s commitment to empowerment and inclusion. This project, developed in partnership with Fife community members, was established in 2024 to provide tailored support to New Scots from African, Caribbean, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds. Key areas include:
- Integration and Community Cohesion: Welcome packs and workshops covering Scottish life essentials.
- Cultural Literacy and Awareness: Courses and events celebrating ethnic heritage, like Fife BAME Week.
- Education and Career Guidance: Supporting young people and career changers in making informed choices.
- Entrepreneurship and Business Support: A resource hub offering training, mentoring, and connections with Fife Business Gateway.
The Impact of Our Work
Adelphe’s empowering approach transforms isolation into connection, giving women the confidence and tools to thrive. Through our programmes, we help women:
- Develop Professionally: Many gain skills for job readiness, improve CVs, and succeed in interviews.
- Achieve Financial Resilience: Financial training helps women combat poverty and build stability.
- Foster Community and Well-being: From essential resources during COVID-19 to ongoing emotional support, we are here to support our community’s well-being.
- Settle with Confidence: Adelphe offers women resources to help them feel at home, wherever they are.
Get Involved
At Adelphe, we’re always looking for partners, sponsors, and volunteers to help us continue our mission. Whether you want to mentor, attend a workshop, or support our initiatives, we’d love to connect with you. Let’s build a future together where every woman has the support and visibility she needs to thrive.
Adelphe Community is a registered Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation (SCIO) with charity number SC051953 and a Community Interest Company (CIC) with company number SC800133.