The Strive & Rise Programme began the recruitment of 4,000 mentees for its third cohort today.

Secondary One to Secondary Four students from underprivileged families, particularly those living in subdivided units, can now submit applications through the programme's mobile application.

Formulated and implemented by an interdepartmental task force led by the Chief Secretary, the programme comprises three key elements – mentorship, personal development plans and financial support.

Delivered over the course of a year, it combines mentorship with a structured programme involving orientation, basic training, diverse group activities, and Mainland study and exchange tours. Overall, it aims to help mentees broaden their horizons, build self-confidence, develop a positive outlook on life, set goals for the future, and strive for upward mobility.

The programme will provide startup financial support of $5,000 for mentees to implement their personal development plans under their mentors’ guidance. Upon successful completion of the programme, mentees will be awarded a $5,000 scholarship and granted Alumni Club membership.

Applications will close on November 20.

Interested students may approach their schools or any of the non-governmental organisations that assist the Government in implementing the programme.