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Program update

Saturday group mentoring is paused at the moment. One on one mentoring is still running, and we are still taking registrations for it. We will post here and on Instagram as soon as group nights start again.

Youth charity, Melbourne's north

Someone in your corner

Unity Mentorship Foundation is a registered Australian charity. We mentor young people aged 15 to 25 in Reservoir, Melbourne. Real conversations, practical life skills, and mentors who stay in touch.

  • Free for every young person
  • Ages 15 to 25
  • All mentors hold a Working with Children Check
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Two young people embracing at a UMF session while others smile around them
Group night, Reservoir
Three young men running together in a park at dusk during a UMF fitness session
Fitness session
Our work

Mission, programs and impact

Our mission, the programs we run, and what has come of them. All on this page.

Our mission

To support young people struggling with their identity through meaningful mentorship that helps them navigate challenges and build a positive future.

Who we are here for

We are a youth charity. Everything we run is built around young people aged 15 to 25 and the families who are trying to support them.

Young people, 15 to 25

Teenagers and young adults who want mentorship, connection, and somewhere consistent to grow, in a structured and supervised environment.

Young people doing it tough

Those facing isolation, disengagement from school, or a lack of positive guidance. UMF exists for them first.

Families looking for support

Parents who want a values based environment where their young person is known by name, fed, and looked after.

The path does not end at taking part. Young people who come through the program go on to volunteer, then mentor the next group. Several of our current team started as participants.

What we run

Two programs, both free. One is paused, the other is still running.

Saturday Group Mentoring

Paused right now

Weekly sessions every Saturday from 6 to 8 pm involving group mentoring, fitness activities and discussions focused on personal development.

Currently paused. Registrations stay open, and everyone on the list hears first when group nights start again.

What a group night looks like
  1. Roll in and settle

    Doors open. Young people catch up with mates and mentors before the night starts.

  2. Real talk

    An open, facilitated conversation about what actually matters: identity, pressure, school, work, family. No judgement.

  3. Life skills session

    Hands on workshops covering public speaking, fitness, leadership and resilience. Things you take home and use.

  4. Food and one on one time

    The night ends with a meal at the same table, plus time with a mentor for anyone who wants it.

One on One Mentoring

Running now

Individual support for young people facing difficulties in their lives, with mentors providing guidance tailored to their circumstances.

Still running. One on one mentoring is continuing while group nights are paused. Message us and we will match a mentor to the young person.

Ask about one on one mentoring
Who it is for
Young people aged 15 to 25
Where
Circles of Light Centre, Unit 1, 5/7 Moira Ave, Reservoir VIC 3073
Cost
Free, always
Supervision
Every mentor holds a Working with Children Check

The difference it makes

Three facts about the program, and then what young people have gone on to do.

15 to 25

The ages we mentor, from teenagers through to young adults.

$0

What it costs a young person to take part. Every program is free.

6+ yrs

Mentoring experience behind the team. Every mentor holds a Working with Children Check.

Where young people have ended up

  • Participants who now sit on the UMF team as directors and mentors.
  • Young people who started a law degree or opened their own business.
  • Participants who took up public speaking and now speak in front of rooms.
  • Young people who came in isolated and stayed on as weekly volunteers.
Read what they said in their own words
Accountability

A registered Australian charity

Unity Mentorship Foundation Ltd is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission. Our certificate, registration details and policies are all here.

ACNC registered

ACNC Charity Certificate

Unity Mentorship Foundation Ltd was registered by the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission on 2 January 2026. The certificate is signed by the Commissioner and you can open it below.

View our ACNC certificate (PDF)

You can also confirm our registration on the public ACNC Charity Register at acnc.gov.au/charity.

Registered name
Unity Mentorship Foundation Ltd
Trading as
Unity Mentorship Foundation (UMF)
ABN
93 693 969 854
ACN
693 969 854
Charity registered
2 January 2026, by the ACNC
Street address
Circles of Light Centre
Unit 1, 5/7 Moira Ave
Reservoir VIC 3073, Australia

Child Safety and Safeguarding Policy

How we keep young people safe, and what we expect of every adult in the room.

Read the policy (PDF)

Code of Conduct

The standard of behaviour our mentors, volunteers and participants agree to.

Read the code (PDF)

Privacy Policy

What personal information we collect, why we collect it, and how we look after it.

Read the policy (PDF)

Every mentor and volunteer holds a current Victorian Working with Children Check. Sessions are supervised, our safeguarding policy applies to everyone on site, and concerns can be raised directly with the CEO at info@unitymentorshipfoundation.org.au.

In their words

Straight from the young people

These come from participants who have been part of UMF, some of them for years.

“UMF has mentored me and guided me through a traumatic period of my life. I now am a leader and director within the team, and am ever so grateful.”

Abbas Ansari, 22
Came as a participant, now UMF's Creative Director

“UMF has motivated me to open a marketing agency and commence my law degree. I am so grateful for their support.”

Abdullah Mustafa, 20
Program participant

“UMF has motivated me to get involved in the business world and go out of my comfort zone in terms of confidence and living an authentic life.”

Yusuf Akin, 19
Program participant

“The mentoring has allowed me to travel the world as an influencer. The mentors have single-handedly saved me from making destructive decisions.”

Kaleem Elakkoumi, 21
Program participant

“UMF has given me the platform to become a motivational speaker. The public speaking and life skills advice was top notch.”

Sami Elsouki, 22
Motivational speaker

“UMF has given me purpose... I wake up feeling a part of something bigger. The life skills I've learnt have taken me to a completely new level.”

Hamza Ahmed, 16
Program participant

“UMF has transformed me as a leader and taught me public speaking. I now give back and volunteer for UMF and I love it!”

Muhammad Pharaoun, 16
Volunteer

The camera roll

Sessions and everything between

Young people greeting each other with handshakes at a UMF session
New faces, big welcomes
A group doing push-ups on the grass at an outdoor UMF training session
Park training
Young people talking together in a park at golden hour after training
Post session debrief
A large audience of young people seated at a UMF community event
Community night
Watch

See it for yourself

Two short films about what UMF is building in Melbourne's north.

About Unity Mentorship Foundation

Our launch, from the team

The people

Who is behind UMF

A small team of mentors and board members, several of whom came through the program themselves.

Portrait of Mahde Hallab
CEO and Founder

Mahde Hallab

Mahde is the founder of Unity Mentorship Foundation and of Hallab Education, where he delivers communication and life skills programs focused on guiding young people toward clarity, confidence, and purpose.

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Driven by a commitment to supporting disoriented and at risk youth, Mahde works closely with young people navigating systemic disadvantage, identity conflict, and limited support structures. His approach prioritises structure, discipline, and character building as foundations for meaningful change.

Trained in law, Mahde is also a mentor and community leader whose work bridges education, justice, and personal development, with a strong emphasis on communication, critical thinking, and leadership.


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Board Member

Yezen Nwiran

Yezen is a digital entrepreneur, community builder, and mentor passionate about empowering Muslim youth through education, mentorship, and ethical innovation. As the founder of eWealth Empire, he builds learning communities and impact driven programs combining faith, personal development, and practical life skills.

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Yezen has served as a volunteer with Brothers In Need for several years, contributing to grassroots community support and charitable initiatives. He previously hosted podcasts on Islamic personal development and positive psychology, exploring resilience, purpose, identity, and growth within a faith centred framework.

On the UMF Board, Yezen brings strategic vision, youth centred insight, and a strong commitment to expanding the foundation's reach, sustainability, and impact.


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Portrait of Yezen Nwiran
Portrait of Adam El-Hallab
Adventure and Fitness Lead

Adam El-Hallab

Leads the outdoor adventure and fitness programs that build confidence and resilience.

Portrait of Abbas Ansari
Creative Director

Abbas Ansari

Came through the program as a participant and now leads UMF's creative work and community engagement.

Get involved

There is a place for you here

Parents and carers

Register your young person. One on one mentoring is running now, and they will be first to hear when group nights come back. It is free and supervised, and it starts with a WhatsApp message.

Register a young person

Volunteers

Become a mentor. You will need a Working with Children Check, and we will walk you through the rest.

Become a mentor

Schools, councils and funders

Partner with UMF on programs, venues or funding in Melbourne's north. Our charity details and policies are on this page.

Talk partnership

Emailinfo@unitymentorshipfoundation.org.au

Phone0423 219 293

Instagram@umf.aus

TikTok@umf.aus

FacebookUnity Mentorship Foundation

Questions

Common questions

Which programs are running right now?

One on one mentoring is running. Saturday group mentoring is paused. Registrations stay open, and everyone on the list will hear from us as soon as group nights start again.

Is the program free?

Yes. Unity Mentorship Foundation is a registered charity and our mentoring programs are free, so cost is never the reason a young person misses out.

How do I check that you are a registered charity?

Open our ACNC Charity Certificate, or search ABN 93 693 969 854 on the ACNC Charity Register at acnc.gov.au. Full details are in the charity status section of this page.

Are sessions supervised?

Yes. Every session is supervised by mentors and staff who hold a current Working with Children Check, and our Child Safety and Safeguarding Policy applies to everyone on site.

What age group is the program for?

Young people aged 15 to 25. We tailor the support within that range, so a 15 year old and a 24 year old get different things out of it.

Where do you meet?

At the Circles of Light Centre, Unit 1, 5/7 Moira Ave, Reservoir VIC 3073, in Melbourne's north.

How do I register my child or myself?

Use the "Register a young person" button, which joins our registration WhatsApp group, or email info@unitymentorshipfoundation.org.au.

Start with a message.

One on one mentoring is running now. Tell us about the young person and we will take it from there.

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