Vision to Venture Programme
This programme provides a £500 bursary, workshops and one-to-one mentoring for those who would like to set up their own business, or have recently set up a business and are not working at capacity.
This programme is available to Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council residents that are:
- unemployed
- underemployed (earning a low income)/working part-time
- self-employed (but not working at capacity)
- retired or part-retired
- part-time student
The Vision to Venture Self-Employment Support Programme provides support for the initial stages of setting up a business, along with critical skills and knowledge to venture into the self-employment marketplace.
Training and mentoring
The programme, which begins in January 2025, offers one-to-one support to prepare participants for self-employment. Mentoring and training from trained professionals in the industry will allow individuals to explore their options, test ideas, write plans, and start their business.
Topics covered will include:
- marketing and social media training
- financial planning
- HMRC assistance
- procurement and confidence building.
Financial assistance
Grants of up to £500 are also available to participants at the initial stages of starting their business to assist in purchasing essential equipment.
- Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council