WEST Dynamic Pod Mentoring

Program Mission:

To help mentees achieve a personal or career goal by using small mentoring groups (pods) to obtain diverse perspectives that will provide an enriching experience for mentees and enable execution on goals through focused actions.

Program Overview:

During the application process, mentees will rate their interest in topics related to transitions and that will be use for matching their core pod. Mentees will also have the opportunity to explore the other topics offered and/or mentors for their flex pod time each session.

The cost of participation for mentees for the program is $100, currently open to WEST members only. If you need a scholarship to cover the majority of the cost of a spot in this mentoring program and/or a membership, please email [email protected] to apply.

Who should apply:

Mentors: If you have a passion to share your experiences and develop others and have applicable experience across several development areas, then learn more about becoming a mentor.
Mentees: If you have a development goal to tackle and appreciate the value of multi-dimensional feedback, then learn more about becoming a mentee.

Mentoring Program Testimonials:

"The WEST mentoring program allowed me to foster fruitful professional relationships with a diverse group of successful and supportive women in the industry of science." -Hala Haddad (mentee)

"I joined this mentoring program at a point when I was transitioning from academia to industry. Practical advice and insights from both mentors and mentees played an instrumental role in helping me secure my first position in industry!" -Yureeda Qazi (mentee)

"I really enjoyed this mentorship program. Everyone, mentors and mentees, tries their best to help you and I feel comfortable to ask them anything! I connected with multiple people after the mentorship sessions and I plan to stay connected with them." -Adrienne (mentee)

"This is a really great program. I felt supported and empowered after talking to the awesome mentors!" -Stella (mentee)

"I would highly recommend this program. This platform helped me build my network of mentors. I also met a lot of great women with diverse backgrounds, which helped me build a strong network." (mentee)

"This is a great learning and growing experience for all. WEST has created an open, supportive environment where you can receive non-judge mental feedback and practical advice." Mary Ann O’Loughlin (mentor)

"The WEST mentoring program offers mentees a diversity of perspectives on topics key to their professional progress and development. And for mentors, it's a great chance to connect and give the valuable gift of reflection and experience. Never underestimate the value of an outside view and the power of giving back!" Noël Theodosiou (mentor)