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Mentorship

Mentoring is a powerful tool for personal and professional growth. Whether you're new to tech,transitioning careers, or aiming to reach the next level, mentorship can be the key to unlocking your potential.

Types of Mentorship

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Career Mentorship

Focuses on guiding mentees through career decisions, skill-building, and professional development.

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Peer Mentorship

Involves individuals with similar levels of experience supporting each other’s growth.

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Reverse Mentorship

Involves younger or less experienced individuals sharing new skills or insights (like digital expertise) with more seasoned professionals.

Mentorship

Mentoring is a collaborative relationship in which an experienced individual (the mentor) shares their knowledge, skills, and insights to help another person (the mentee) grow personally and professionally. It’s a mutually beneficial relationship where both parties learn and grow through shared experiences, goal-setting, and problem-solving.

Benefits of Mentoring

For Mentees

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Guidance and Support

Mentees receive tailored advice, helping them make informed decisions in their career and personal growth.

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Skill Development

Mentors offer guidance on skill enhancement and learning opportunities.

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Networking Opportunities

Mentees gain access to their mentor’s network, opening doors to new professional connections

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Confidence Building

Regular feedback from mentors helps build confidence, especially in navigating career transitions or leadership roles.

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Goal Setting

entors help mentees establish and track personal and professional goals.

For Mentors

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Giving Back

Mentoring allows mentors to give back to the community and empower the next generation of tech leaders.

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Personal Satisfaction

Helping someone grow can be extremely rewarding, providing a sense of fulfillment.

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Develop Leadership Skills

Mentoring enhances communication, coaching, and leadership skills.

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New Perspectives

Engaging with mentees from different backgrounds can provide fresh insights and perspectives, fostering innovation and creativity

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Extension of Professional Record

Add your mentoring to your record to earn professional credits and open up more career opportunities

Overview of Our Mentorship Programs

At the Black Women in Tech Hub, our mentorship programs are carefully designed to meet the diverse needs of Black women at different stages of their tech careers. Here’s a look at what we offer:

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New Graduate in Tech Mentorship Program

  • Target Audience: Recent tech graduates entering the job market.
  • Focus Areas: Tech path exploration, Job search strategies, portfolio building, interview preparation, and networking.
  • Benefit: Gain the guidance needed to transition from student to professional with confidence.
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Tech Career Transition Program

  • Target Audience: Individuals transitioning from other industries or roles into tech.
  • Focus Areas: Leveraging transferable skills, Tech path exploration, technical training, reskilling, certifications, and career planning.
  • Benefit: Navigate the challenges of switching to tech with support from mentors who have made similar transitions.
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Tech Career Acceleration Program

  • Target Audience: Professionals looking to advance in their tech careers.
  • Focus Areas: Leadership skills, specialization in emerging technologies, developing breadth and depth, specialization, networking, and career progression.
  • Benefit: Get personalized advice on how to climb the career ladder and stay competitive in this industry.
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Tech Leadership Development Program

  • Target Audience: Professionals seeking leadership or executive roles in tech.
  • Focus Areas: Leadership, strategic thinking, team management, and driving innovation.
  • Benefit: Develop the skills needed to lead teams and influence company-wide decisions in tech.
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Techpreneur Program

  • Target Audience: Aspiring tech entrepreneurs or founders of early-stage tech startups.
  • Focus Areas: Business development, product launch, securing funding, and scaling.
  • Benefit: Learn how to turn your tech idea into a successful business with guidance from experienced entrepreneurs.
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Tech Immigrant to Canada Program

  • Target Audience: Immigrant tech professionals new to the Canadian workforce.
  • Focus Areas: Credential recognition, job search strategies, networking, and workplace culture.
  • Benefit: Navigate the Canadian tech landscape with support in adapting to local norms and professional expectations.
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Our Mentoring Models and Programs


Group Mentoring

1 hour group mentoring sessions scheduled biweekly for 1 to 3 months

One-On-One Mentoring

1 hour mentoring weekly or biweekly sessions for 1 to 3 months per mentorship agreement

Leadership Mentoring

Entrepreneurship Mentoring

AI and Digital Career Pathway Mentoring

Get mentored on how AI may impact your current job and advice on alternative digital career pathways and upskilling options per your job risk.

Micro Mentoring (Via Phone or Chat)

15 mins to 30min via via Phone or Chat

Focused skills development mentoring

IT Certification Mentoring

(Group or One-on-One)

Mentoring Testimonials


"We were able to meet highly skilled candidates who brought creativity and a unique perspective to our projects. The Black Women in Tech Hub is an incredible resource for any company committed to diversity."

- Head of Talent Acquisition, InnovateTech

"Partnering with the Black Women in Tech Hub has been one of the best decisions for our diversity recruitment. Not only did we meet amazing talent, but the mentorship and job fairs have helped us foster long-term relationships with candidates."

- Recruitment Manager, TechCorp

Why Join Our Mentorship Programs?

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Tailored Support

Our programs are designed to meet you where you are in your career journey, offering the support you need .

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Experienced Mentors

Gain access to a network of industry professionals who are invested in your success.

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Community

Join a thriving community of Black women in tech who are dedicated to helping each other succeed.

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Growth Opportunities

Whether you’re just starting out or aiming to lead, our programs provide the tools and insights to help you grow