Staff Mentorship Program
About the GWA Staff Mentorship Program
The GWA mentoring program provides an opportunity for early and mid-career Georgetown mentees to receive professional and career development support from more senior Georgetown colleagues. And, it offers a chance for mentors to hone their leadership skills in a supportive environment.
Between February 2026 – November 2026, mentor/mentee pairs will participate in structured and unstructured interactions. Each pair will commit to monthly one-on-one meetings, supported by a mentoring toolkit. Participants will also attend three signature events over the course of the year with the full mentoring cohort.
Individuals can apply for the 2026 Mentor Program by filling out the Program Application (Google Form) to serve as either a MENTOR or MENTEE for the February 2026 -November 2026 period.
Parameters
Mentors (advisors): Staff/AAP or Faculty (with a dual staff role) who seek to share their knowledge and experience to help develop the next generation of Georgetown leaders. Please note: mentors will receive a toolkit with resources on mentoring tactics and activities.
Mentees (learners): Staff/AAP who wish to continue their development as professionals through a supportive relationship with a more senior leader at Georgetown.
Program Timeline
2026 Timeline
- February 6: Applications are due.
- February 25: The GWA Mentoring Committee will send mentees and mentors their match information.
- February 26, 12:00-1:00 pm EST: The pairs will attend a virtual launch event.
- June/July: The pairs will attend a hybrid leadership development event hosted by GWA in the summertime.
- Mid November/Early December: The pairs will attend a hybrid leadership development event followed by a celebratory luncheon at the conclusion of the program (lunchtime).
Between February 2026 & November 2026, the pairs will commit to monthly communication via Zoom, phone, email, or in-person meetings. The GWA Mentoring Committee will periodically check in on the pairs to ensure their progress.