Mentorship 2026
Our Mentoring program brings women together from different stages of their careers, purposefully matched based on complementary experience, strengths and aspirations.
At GWIB, we’re all about growth and connection. Through mentoring, we faciliate a structured program where you’re paired with a Mentor or Mentee who will listen to you, challenge you, and above all support you in becoming the best version of yourself.
The program includes both one-on-one mentoring sessions and group events for shared learning experiences. Participants leave with greater self-awareness, renewed confidence and a clear action plan to achieve their goals.
But the biggest win? The relationships that continue long after the program ends. That’s the true success of mentoring at GWIB.
Thank you to our Mentor Program Sponsors
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Thank you to our Mentor Program In-Kind Sponsors
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Benefits of the Mentor Program
Mentor programs have significant benefits for both Mentors and Mentees.
These benefits include:
- Helping with career progression
- Improving your job satisfaction
- Increasing your motivation
- Developing your leadership skills
- Developing your problem-solving skills
- Building your confidence and self-esteem
- Growing your professional network
Applications for 2026 Program are NOW CLOSED
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Mentor Nominations - 3rd Party CLOSED
Do you know a successful local woman who'd be a fantastic Mentor? Nominate her on the form below, and we'll reach out.
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Mentor Applications CLOSED
Mentor applications for 2026 program are now open. Apply to be a Mentor by filling in the application form below. The information you provide in the application form helps us to select and match Mentors and Mentees.
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Mentee Applications CLOSED
Apply to be a 2026 Mentee by filling in the application form below. The information you provide in the application form helps us to select and match Mentors and Mentees.
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Applications Close - EXTENDED 3 April 2026
All applications will close on Friday 3rd April 2026. Applications received after this date may be ineligible for the 2026 program.
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Selection Process April 2026
The GWIB committee will select and match the Mentors and Mentees based on their applications. Mentors and Mentees may not necessarily be from the same industry.
Due to number constraints, some applicants may not be selected for the 2026 program. We encourage these applicants to apply again in the future. -
Mentor/Mentee Welcome Dinner May 2026
Selected Mentors and Mentees will meet for a welcome dinner event. We'll outline the Mentor/Mentee relationship, the expectations of each side, and give a structure for the program.
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Mentor/Mentee Relationship Ongoing
After the Welcome Dinner, it will be up to the Mentor and Mentee to decide when and how often to meet.
To make the most of the mentoring program, the Mentee should plan to meet (or talk) regularly with the Mentor (recommendation: every 2-3 weeks) and set that time to explore career issues and concerns. We recommend that the Mentee emails a calendar invite for each Mentoring Session. Sessions can be in person, via video, or over the phone. It's up to the Mentor and Mentee to decide what works best for their relationship.
Keeping a list of questions as they arise can be a good way to begin conversations with your Mentor. The Mentor will encourage the Mentee to go beyond the practical questions and develop a professional development plan. Ultimately, each Mentee takes responsibility for her own growth and success, but the Mentor can aid in exploring the best ways to accomplish this. -
Facilitated Workshops for Mentors & Mentees June/July 2026
Mentors & Mentees will meet for shared learning experiences with professional development workshops. One-on-one sessions will continue between group events.
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Mentor Program Graduation August 2026
The Mentor Program will end with a graduation in August 2026. Mentors and Mentees may choose to continue the relationship on their own after the close of the program.
Nominate a mentor
3rd Party Mentor nominations are now open!
Know a successful local woman who’d be a fantastic Mentor?
Let us know about her and we’ll reach out with an invitation to apply as a Mentor. Please include contact details or website/social media link.
Apply to be a mentor
Mentor applications for 2026 are now open!
Our mentors are a sounding board for our mentees’ ideas, dreams, and challenges.
As a Mentor, you’ll be there to provide one-on-one information, guidance, support, encouragement, and feedback to your mentee.
Apply to be a mentee
Mentee applications for 2026 are now open!
As a Mentee, you’ll meet regularly with your mentor to explore career issues and questions.
You’ll develop smart objectives with your mentor, then plan and implement strategies to achieve those goals.
We have 6 amazing mentors
We have 6 amazing mentors ready to be part of our 2022/23 program.
Our mentors are a sounding board to our mentees’ ideas, dreams, plans, and problems. You’ll provide information, guidance, support, encouragement, and feedback to your mentee.
Apply to be a mentee
Applications for 2022/23 are closed.
Applications are now open for the 2022/23 GWIB mentor program. Applications close 15 June 2022.
To make the most of the mentoring program you’ll meet regularly with your mentor and use that time to explore career issues and concerns. You’ll formulate smart objectives with your mentor, and plan and implement strategies to achieve those objectives.
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