We are excited to be able to offer the opportunity for female social entrepreneurs from Rochdale to take part in a development programme delivered for us by Jenny Mathews, from The Enterprise Bridge.
The programme consists of a series of four in-person workshops, alongside four individual coaching sessions, and a weekly online ‘accountability group’ where you can share experiences and reflect on your learning together.
This programme is exclusively available to Rochdale members, and is designed to support women at the beginning of their journey in running a social business.
There are just six places available, and applications can be made using this Microsoft form.
Programme Format
All Workshops will take place between 10am and 1pm on the following dates:
- Wednesday 1 April 2026
- Friday 1 May 2026
- Friday 5 June 2026
- Wednesday 1 July 2026
Dates for the Coaching Days are listed below, times will vary:
Tuesday 21 April 2026
Wednesday 29 April 2026
Wednesday 13 May 2026
Thursday 18 June 2026
Please note: all Rochdale sessions will take place in an accessible Rochdale venue.
Accountability Group
12 online sessions (7.30 for 30 minutes)
About the Facilitator
The Enterprise Bridge CIC are passionate about using enterprise to create opportunities and choices in our lives and our businesses
- OUR VISION - To help everyone become the best version of themselves.
- OUR MISSION - To use enterprise as a lever to open opportunities and choices to everyone in our communities regardless of background, ability, culture or financial standing.
- OUR VALUES - Fairness Hope Creativity Curiosity Inclusion
Jenny tells us “I am passionate about supporting businesses and individuals - helping them develop and grow the skills and contacts they need to be the best they can be. I design and deliver on and off-line training programmes - business advice and support - networking events - 1-2-1 coaching - building supportive communities - and heaps of personal growth to glue it all together.
To find out more about Jenny and The Enterprise Bridge, click HERE.
How to apply
There are just six places available, and applications can be made using this Microsoft form.
Application Deadline: Tuesday 24 March 2026, 5pm
Successful applicants will be informed by Wednesday 25 March 2026 at 5pm.
For more information, or any questions about the programme,
please contact us at: trish.cartner@actiontogether.org.uk
