Do you ever catch yourself dreaming up ideas that could be a business?
Sisterhood Summer is a free two-week programme for young women ages 17-21 to get your dreams out of the drafts. Learn entrepreneurial skills and the foundation to start your own business.
Lookback: Sisterhood Summer
See inside Sisterhood Summer for yourself 👆
A Programme for Founders built by Founders
A new generation of entrepreneurs are emerging; however navigating the startup world can be daunting.
Have you caught yourself thinking where do I begin with this idea? If only I had someone to mentor me? or I could use some structure and guidance to get started...
Enter Sisterhood Summer the place where you will…
💡 Validate your business idea: Learn how to assess the market potential and refine your concept whilst gaining the practical skill to make your vision a reality.
📈 Develop a solid business plan: Gain the knowledge and skills to create a roadmap for developing a business that prioritises balancing profit and purpose.
🤝 Connect with a like-minded Sisterhood: Network with experienced entrepreneurs who will guide and support your journey.
🌪️ Become a changemaking leader: Develop the skills and confidence to be a force for positive impact.
Sisterhood Summer 2026
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Express your interest above & receive the application
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You will hear from us if you have been shortlisted for an interview
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Interviews will take place online
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You will find out if you have made the programme
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This is an in person programme. You must be available to attend all days (excluding weekends)
Want to apply, but looking for your next changemaking idea?
Maybe you are ready with an idea or would like some support with your application, if so, take a look at the resources below to get you started.
Free Digital Workshop: Generate Creative Ideas with Rachita, Rebecca and Kira!
* FREE * For a Limited Time
This masterclass is perfect for you if you like some support with generating creative ideas to submit in your application. Through this step by step digital workshop you will get an insight to Sisterhood Summer experience as well as the tools and tips you need to submit a stand-out application.
Free Digital Workbook: Discover your Self Starter Energy
* FREE * For a Limited Time
This downloadable workbook is perfect for you if you are curious to understand social entrepreneurship. This guided journal is packed full of inspiration, thoughtful exercises and professional lessons for you to discover how entrepreneurial skills could help you in your future career.
CHANGEMAKING PARTNERSHIP:
Coming Together with NatWest Thrive
Now in our fifth year with NatWest Thrive we continue to create pathways for you to develop the leadership skills and entrepreneurial mindset needed to balance profit and purpose as a leader and in business.
What more you can expect:
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Expert Mentorship Journey - Gain invaluable insights and personalised guidance from industry-leading mentors, to help problem solve and shape your business.
Watch behind the scenes at the Big Sister Little Sister Mentoring event that took place at NatWest HQ in 2024. 👉
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Building business foundations
Master essential entrepreneurial skills with focused modules such as Theory of Change, Market Research, Budgeting & Revenue to help you launch and scale a successful social business. -
Learn and collaborate in vibrant, dynamic spaces designed to foster innovation and connection, providing the perfect environment for your entrepreneurial journey.
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Not only will you meet inspiring role models, but be surrounded by a cohort of like-minded peers who will equally inspire you, support you and champion you throughout the programme and beyond.
💜 BACKED BY CHANGEMAKING COLLABORATORS
💜 BACKED BY CHANGEMAKING COLLABORATORS
If your brand or organisation would like to get involved with Sisterhood Summer, please reach out by 31st May via: hello@oursisterhood.co.uk
4 Years of Impact
We proudly entered our fourth year of Sisterhood Summer in partnership with NatWest Thrive, who recently launched their new platform, dedicated to building money confidence and future skills for the next generation. We are sharing the momentum we have built to bring entrepreneurial education to young people who leave our interventions with the keys to unlock their potential.
Dive in to the stories of change from this year’s Sisterhood Summer, & learn more about how entrepreneurship begins with being a self-starter!
