Our mentors offer valuable support and guidance as mentees navigate their careers, and mentees receive feedback about personal and career growth, and together a lifelong relationship is created.
Shares subject matter expertise
Sharpens critical thinking and deepens expertise
Professional recognition
Self-awareness and personal growth
Providing meaningful representation and guidance to young African American men.
Learn from the mentor's experiences
Experiences a sense of accountability to a trusted advisor
Values and appreciates the mentor's insights, guidance, and advice
Expands critical thinking about self, career, and the organization
Feedback about personal style or career skills that may not be shared by a direct supervisor
Mentor Approval Process
Our mentors are interviewed to gain an understanding of their professional experiences and motivations.
We ask you to share your information so the program manager can better match you in a mentoring relationship.
Experience our workshops where you’ll be immersed in our processes, and get a chance to meet the team of mentors.
All selected mentors will undergo a standard background check as part of the final step in the application process to ensure a safe and supportive environment.
Mentor & Mentee Pairing Process
Informal moments where mentors and mentees can connect beyond professional goals. Whether through shared activities, storytelling, or casual conversation, these lighter interactions help build trust, reveal personality, and foster genuine connection, laying the groundwork for deeper, more effective mentorship.
Pairing
Our program is designed to provide you with the tools and environment to spark natural rapport based on shared interests, goals, communication styles, or lived experiences-creating a safe space for honest dialogue, learning, and lasting connection.