initiate
//ɪˈnɪʃieɪt//
Verb
to cause something to begin or start
The company initiated a new training program for employees.
to formally admit someone into a group, organization, or position through a ceremony or special process
New members will be initiated into the society at a special ceremony next month.
to introduce someone to a new activity, skill, or area of knowledge for the first time
My father initiated me into the world of classical music when I was young.
Noun
a person who has recently been admitted into a group, organization, or activity
The initiates were welcomed into the secret society with a special ceremony.
a person who has been introduced to or is learning the basics of a particular subject or activity
The workshop is designed for initiates who are just beginning to explore meditation.