WHAT IS OUR WOA PROFESSIONAL MENTORSHIP PROGRAM?
Women of ALPFA (WOA) Professional Mentorship Program is focused on the development of the female members within the chapter by creating connections with female professionals. This program aims to foster a sense of unity and promote the rise of women in leadership positions within the professional sector.
WHY BECOME A PROFESSIONAL MENTOR FOR WOA?
ALPFA is an organization that thrives on a diverse and inclusive group of scholars. Among these members, the women within our organization continuously prove to be prospective business leaders who successfully intern and work full-time with large corporations. Women of ALPFA mentors have the opportunity to build a relationship with strong and driven students who will become the future leaders of several industries while fomenting the rise of female leadership and empowerment.
PROGRAM TIMELINE
October 11, 2022
Who do I want to become?
This first event will consist of a goal-setting discussion to establish priorities and unique goals for each set of mentor/mentees.
March 7th, 2023
What is stopping me?
This fourth event will consist of an event discussion on how to speak out in a room that has a male majority and ways to overcome barriers in the professional world.
November 8th, 2022
Where do begin?
This second event will consist of an event discussion on what mentors learned their first year and advice they would give mentees on navigating their career. Mentees will have the opportunity to explore career choices and learn about the company culture.
April 11th, 2023
How can I achieve my goals?
This final event will consist of mentors performing a final evaluation on the mentees' goals and recognize next steps.
February 7th, 2022
Where do I belong?
This third event will consist of mentors participating in a panel series discussing how they found their why and discussing the idea of bringing your whole self to work.
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Guidelines
By participating in the WOA professional mentorship program mentors will be asked:
• To attend the required mentorship events listed above
• Mentors are highly encouraged to maintain communication and meet outside of these events throughout the year
• Contact the Technology Director about any questions or concerns throughout the duration of the program
Program Contacts:
Ana Chavez: Technology and WOA director