Mentorship Program
Mentorship Program
SIETAR USA's Mentoring Program, offered in collaboration with Real Mentors Network, connects members through meaningful one-to-one mentoring relationships focused on career development and professional growth.
SUSA MENTORING DEFINITION At SIETAR USA, mentoring is defined as an intentional developmental relationship between seasoned intercultural and DEIB professionals and professionals who are early in their career or in transition. The mentor nurtures and supports the mentee’s personal and professional growth, providing insights, guidance and support as they navigate our industry and association. |
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The Relationship
SUSA mentoring relationships are entered into with mutual respect and reciprocity, where both mentor and mentee expect to learn from one another. Both will apply cultural competence in relationship with one another, mentors and mentees will acknowledge one another's identity, validate their backgrounds and accomplishments, and accept and embrace their differences.
Mentor expectations:
Essential skills: cultural competence, empathy, active listening, curiosity, ability to ask probing questions and provide constructive feedback | Mentee expectations: Mentees are expected to:
Essential skills: cultural competence, curiosity, communication, active listening |
Program Content:
| Mentors and mentees must be SIETAR USA members. The program is powered by the Real Mentors Network's innovative mentoring technology, which streamlines mentor-mentee matching, goal setting, communication, and progress tracking to create a seamless and impactful mentoring experience. |