Pathways to Start Programme

The Pathways to Start Programme is a fully funded, six-week online programme for people who are currently unemployed and living in Oxfordshire. Sessions take place every Thursday from 12pm – 2pm (12th February, 19th February, 26th February, 5th March, 12th March and 19th March), and participants are expected to attend all sessions.

You’ll be part of a small, welcoming group and take part in weekly online workshops with practical, hands-on activities. These sessions are designed to help you explore your ideas, build confidence, and better understand your strengths. No business experience is required – just curiosity and a willingness to get involved.

The programme is supportive, inclusive, and rooted in real life, helping you recognise your skills, grow in confidence, and feel more prepared for your next steps. If you’re feeling shut out of work or opportunities, this programme could be for you.

Join our free, friendly introductory webinar on 21 January to learn more and find out whether Pathways to Start is the right fit for you. Follow this link to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1978280672746?aff=oddtdtcreator

Minimal Financial Assistance (MFA) scheme

The Growth Hub programme operates a Minimal Financial Assistance (MFA) scheme. All SMEs which receive support under this programme are being aided under the UK Subsidy Control Act (2022) and The Subsidy Control (Gross Cash Amount and Gross Cash Equivalent) Regulations (2022 No. 1186).

MFA allows a beneficiary to receive up to £315,000 of Subsidy over a three-fiscal year period (i.e. the current and previous two fiscal years). The value of MFA given is the gross cash amount or the gross cash equivalent of the subsidy. The MFA value of this webinar is £361.70.

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