Parley’s 5 for 5 Mentoring Programme
Parley Communications is turning 5! To celebrate, we want to give something back.
We’re offering five free one-hour mentoring sessions to five young people starting out in communications, PR, or public affairs. This is your chance to ask questions, gain insights, and get expert advice to help you take the next step in your career.
Why do we want to do this?
At Parley Communications, we know how tough those early career years can be -whether you’re trying to break into the industry or finding your feet in your first communications role. Having the right support and growing in confidence can make all the difference. We’ve been there, and along the way, we’ve benefited from the advice and encouragement of those ahead of us.
Now, as we celebrate five years of Parley, we want to pay it forward. That’s why we’re launching 5 for 5, a mentoring programme to support five young people as they take their first steps or grow in their early careers in communications, PR, or public affairs. A little guidance can go a long way, and we’re excited to help the next generation build their confidence, skills, and voice.
Who should apply?
A student studying communications, public relations, or public affairs.
An early-career professional managing communications or PR within an organization.
A career changer stepping into the industry later in life, just like we did.
How You Can Use Your Hour:
💡 Career Advice: Not sure how to break into the sector? We’ll share our own journeys and practical tips to help you get started.
📢 Campaign Strategy: Present a campaign you're working on, and we’ll offer a free strategy session—helping you refine your message, media approach, and stakeholder engagement.
🔗 LinkedIn Presence: Learn how to improve your thought leadership and visibility on LinkedIn.
How to Apply:
👉 Send us an email telling us about yourself, your journey so far, and what you’d like to get out of your mentoring hour (500 words or less). Email: deirdre@parleycomms.co.uk or danielle@parleycomms.co.uk
⏳ Deadline: Friday 30 May
📅 At the start of June, we’ll select five people we believe we can help the most and arrange your mentoring session at a time that works for you.
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We can’t wait to support the next generation of comms professionals—because sometimes, a little time and advice from someone further down the road is all it takes to help you take the next step.