Mentor Information & Application
Program Structure
- Quarterly 2-hour sessions (virtual)
- Mentor Introductions (10 minutes)
- Introduction to session topic (10 minutes)
- Mentor-sharing session (30 minutes)
- Smaller group discussions (40 minutes) - breakouts
- Closing takeaways (30 minutes
- 1:3 mentor/mentee ratio (50 people maximum)
- Mentees will be assigned to their mentor and cohort prior to the session start
- Mentees can request to move to another cohort to work with a different mentor
- Mentors should continue these conversations and offer support to mentees one-on-one outside of group sessions
- This will ensure that mentees are able to have a safe and confidential space to request tailored advice and discuss sensitive subjects
Potential Session Topics:
- Work/Life Balance
- Career Progression
- Identifying Allies & Advocates
- Goal Setting
- Networking
- Personal Development
Qualities of a good mentor:
- Has achieved success in the industry
- Has relevant expertise or knowledge
- Is willing to share personal experiences
- Is invested in mentees' growth and development
- Is able to ask powerful questions and give honest feedback
- Is empathetic, encouraging, respectful, and supportive
- Demonstrates integrity and reliability
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