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We recognize that mentorship is crucial to women’s success at every stage of their careers. We are proud to offer our highly rated global mentoring programs at no cost to participants.
The WiBD Global Mentoring Initiative was designed with you—the mentors and mentees—in mind, providing quality mentoring software, curated materials and resources, and access to program facilitators who support you throughout your entire journey.
Thank you for your interest in our mentoring programs! Our programs are offered three times a year: February, June, and September. Please explore the full list of programs in our current Mentoring Catalog.
Thank you for your interest in becoming a mentor! Explore the full list of programs in our current Mentoring Catalog.
Mentor Expectations:
Mentor requirements vary by program but generally include at least 5 years of professional experience in technology or related fields, as well as prior mentoring experience.
Mentee Expectations:
No matter your experience level, from entry-level to 10+ years, there is a mentoring program for you. Mentees are expected to provide a clear statement of their goals and what they hope to achieve if accepted into the program.
Programs are offered three times a year:
– February to May
– June to August
– October to December
All mentoring programs run for 12 weeks, with commitments varying by program type.
For 1:1 mentoring, each pair is expected to:
– Complete at least 4 hours of mentoring sessions.
– Work toward one goal set by the mentee.
– Review one “lesson” (about 10 minutes).
Reach out to mentoring@womeninbigdata.org with any further questions
Here’s the Program Descriptions And Application Links .
Mentoring Matters Testimonial from Shilpa Sasiddharan
"This is an amazing platform for people to network and make connections apart from just mentoring. Thanks for doing this !!”
Mentoring Matters Testimonial from Abim Akinlotan
"I like the accountability measures set in place to achieve program goals. The choice of mentors is very thorough and career-specific to the mentees.”
Mentoring Matters Testimonial from Carol Clarke
"Navigating personal and professional growth can be challenging, but mentors play a crucial role in providing guidance, clarity, and inspiration. As a mentor, I helped pave the way to success, offering support and motivation to achieve meaningful goals. This role is incredibly fulfilling, serving as a guiding light in a mentee's journey toward growth and achievement. Thank you for the opportunity."
Emerging Technologist Circle Testimonial from Madhunisha Balajeyandhan
"The Emerging Technologist Circle program has been immensely valuable for me. It has helped me improve my ability to communicate concisely and allowed me to connect with people from different parts of the world, broadening my perspective."
Mentoring Matters Testimonial from Pallavi Handa
"Grateful to have been mentored by Shipra Chaudhary through the Women in Big Data program. Her thoughtful guidance gave me more than career direction, it sharpened how I see data and deepened how I think. From technical clarity to emotional honesty, she brought a balance I didn’t know I needed. I’m inspired by the women in this community who lead with strength, warmth, and purpose, and hope to pay it forward as a mentor someday too."
Mentoring Matters Testimonial from Shipra Chaudhary
"Proud to have mentored through Women in Big Data, an incredibly rewarding experience. Huge thanks to my mentee, Pallavi Handa, for her curiosity and commitment. It was a joy to witness her growth, and I’m excited to see where her data journey takes her."
Mentoring Matters Testimonial from Angelique Alexander
"Excited to earn the Women in Big Data, Mentoring Matters certification! Huge thanks to Cecili Poole, your mentorship during the WiDS Data Challenge sharpened my skills and helped shape my next step: grad school this fall!"
Mentoring Matters Testimonial from Vaishnavi Tamilvanan
"Proud to have completed the Mentoring Matters program with Women in Big Data! Grateful to my mentor, Vaibhavi Tiwari, whose insights into GenAI, LLMs, and networking have already made a real impact on my work. Excited to keep learning and growing!"
Mentoring Matters Testimonial from Olga Pinchuk
"I completed an inspiring journey as a mentor with Women in Big Data. Supporting my mentee's growth and confidence was deeply rewarding, and I gained just as much from the experience. Mentoring truly goes both ways!"
Mentoring Matters Testimonial from Alison O’Connell
"I was proud to be a mentor with the Women in Big Data Global Mentoring Program. It was one of the most rewarding ways I found to give back while continuing to learn and grow myself."
