ABOUT
Our Mission
At Mothers' Springboard Programme (MSP), we empower mothers to rediscover their potential, reignite their passions, and build fulfilling careers. Every mother deserves the opportunity to thrive, grow, and achieve success on her own terms.
Our Mission
Our Approach
We combine personal development with career preparation, equipping mothers with the tools to build confidence, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful opportunities.
MSP supports mothers who want to:
✔ Boost confidence and well-being
✔ Build stronger relationships
✔ Reignite purpose and passion
✔ Launch or grow careers
Rather than simply providing opportunities, we empower mothers to create their own. Through coaching, workshops, and mentorship, we offer strategies and support to navigate challenges and achieve lasting success.
Commitment to Employment and Social Inclusion
MSP supports unemployed and socially excluded mothers, particularly single mothers in London. We provide guidance, training, and resources to help them transition into employment, self-employment, or education.
We work to prevent social exclusion by helping mothers overcome unemployment, financial hardship, and family breakdown, empowering them to achieve financial independence and stability.
Signposting Services
Where direct support is unavailable, MSP connects mothers with organisations, agencies, and specialists for targeted support. Every mother deserves access to the right resources for her journey.
Shabina Ahmed
Founder & CEO
Shabina is the CEO of the Mothers' Springboard Programme, a charity dedicated to empowering mothers with the skills, confidence, and support they need to thrive. She is passionate about living life on her own terms and being the best version of herself that she can possibly be. With expertise in coaching, mentoring, and community development, Shabina has supported over 100 mothers (2018-2024) in achieving career advancement, financial independence, and personal growth. MSP offers CV clinics, interview preparation, business planning, life coaching, and mental health support. Under Shabina’s leadership, MSP helps mothers regain confidence, overcome employment barriers, and build sustainable careers that align with their strengths—without compromising their well-being.
Our Trustees
The Mothers’ Springboard trustees bring together expertise, lived experience, and a shared commitment to helping mothers access meaningful work and opportunity. Each trustee supports our mission to ensure mothers—especially those returning to work or facing financial hardship—have the confidence, skills, and support to thrive.
They provide strategic leadership and governance, grounded in a belief in the strength and resilience of mothers, and work to remove the barriers women face in the workplace.
Meet the dedicated individuals who guide our vision and champion the families we support.
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Our Funders
