Business Details
Empowering Women Through Enterprise & Well-being in Newcastle & Gateshead
Millin Centre has been dedicated to empowering women in Newcastle and Gateshead for over two decades. We specialise in providing enterprise training, employability skills development, and well-being support tailored to women facing barriers such as poverty, discrimination, and limited educational opportunities. Our team of experienced advisors and tutors delivers practical workshops and one-to-one guidance to help women establish businesses, access employment, and build confidence. Through our inclusive community initiatives, we foster financial independence and social connections, enabling women to achieve their personal and professional goals. Our programmes are designed to address systemic challenges while celebrating cultural diversity and individual strengths.With funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and partnerships with local authorities, we ensure our services remain accessible to those who need them most. Our Newcastle and Gateshead Enterprise Hubs provide safe, women-only spaces for learning and networking. We measure our success through the transformative stories of the women we support, who gain not only skills but renewed self-belief. As a registered charity, we maintain transparency in our operations and accountability to our funders and beneficiaries. Our commitment to long-term community impact continues to drive our mission of creating equal opportunities for all women.
Services
Business Courses & Workshops
Business Advice & Guidance
Women's Well-being Programme
Digital Skills Training
Enterprise Hubs
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience supporting women in the North East
- Our team provides specialist enterprise training and business guidance
- We offer a supportive community for women facing socioeconomic challenges
- Our programmes combine practical skills with confidence-building initiatives
- We deliver services through accessible, women-only Enterprise Hubs
Services
Business Courses & Workshops
Our practical business courses equip women with essential skills for entrepreneurship. Through interactive workshops, participants learn business planning, financial management, and marketing strategies. These sessions are designed for women at all stages of their entrepreneurial journey, from initial idea development to scaling established ventures. The training combines theoretical knowledge with real-world applications to ensure practical outcomes.
Business Advice & Guidance
Personalised business advisory services help women navigate enterprise challenges. Our experienced advisors provide tailored guidance on legal structures, funding opportunities, and market positioning. This one-to-one support continues throughout the business lifecycle, ensuring sustainable growth and development. The service includes access to networking opportunities and industry-specific resources.
Women's Well-being Programme
Specialist well-being courses address mental health and self-confidence barriers. Through group sessions and individual coaching, women develop emotional resilience and interpersonal skills. The programme incorporates creative therapies and peer support networks to foster holistic personal development. This approach helps participants overcome systemic challenges affecting their professional aspirations.
Digital Skills Training
Digital literacy workshops enhance technology proficiency for modern workplaces. Participants learn device operation, software applications, and online business tools. The training covers cybersecurity basics and digital marketing fundamentals. These skills enable women to compete effectively in increasingly technology-driven employment markets.
Enterprise Hubs
Our dedicated women-only Enterprise Hubs provide physical spaces for learning and networking. Located in Newcastle and Gateshead, these facilities offer workshop venues, meeting rooms, and co-working areas. The hubs create safe environments for women to develop business ideas and build professional connections. They serve as central points for accessing all our support services.
People
Sarah Miller
Chief Executive Officer
Leading Millin Centre's strategic direction with over 15 years' experience in community development. Specialises in women's economic empowerment and social enterprise growth. Previously managed regional equality initiatives before establishing this charity's enterprise programmes.
Shewley Haque
Charity Manager
Overseeing day-to-day operations with expertise in programme delivery and stakeholder engagement. Brings 12 years' experience in third-sector management and community outreach. Focuses on ensuring service accessibility for women from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.
Kirsty McDine-Daniels
Community Development Manager
Managing local engagement initiatives with specialist knowledge of regional socioeconomic challenges. Coordinates partnerships with statutory agencies and business networks. Has developed multiple award-winning community projects addressing women's employment barriers.
Victoria Moodie
Business Advisor
Providing enterprise guidance with extensive experience in small business mentoring. Supports women through all stages of business development. Previously worked as a business development consultant before joining the charity's advisory team.
Yasmin Khan
Chair of Trustees
Leading governance and strategic oversight with 20+ years in charity sector leadership roles. Ensures organisational compliance and long-term sustainability. Brings expertise in policy development and public sector partnership building to guide the charity's strategic direction.
Questions
What services does The Millin Charity offer?
We provide enterprise training, business advice, digital skills workshops, and well-being programmes specifically for women in Newcastle and Gateshead.
Who can access your programmes?
Our services are available to women based in Newcastle or Gateshead facing socioeconomic barriers to employment or entrepreneurship.
How do I get business support?
Contact us to book a consultation with our business advisors who provide tailored guidance for starting or growing your enterprise.
Are your training courses free?
Yes, all our programmes are fully funded through grants and partnerships to ensure accessibility for all eligible participants.
Do you offer childcare facilities?
While we don't provide childcare, we can connect you with local support networks to help overcome this barrier to participation.
How long do programmes last?
Course durations vary from single workshops to 12-week programmes, with flexible scheduling to accommodate different needs and commitments.
