This innovation manual serves as a practical guide for Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) seeking to implement social mentoring schemes aimed at fostering social inclusion. It offers insights for a range of stakeholders—including HEI staff, faculty, and community organisations—to support the design and sustainability of mentoring initiatives that promote inclusive practices. Drawing on hands-on experience from pilot programmes, the manual addresses key dimensions of mentoring, such as collaboration with civil society, volunteer engagement, and the inclusion of underrepresented groups in higher education.