The Global Women Connect Mentoring Programme 2026/27 is now open for applications. This free, fully online 9–12 month programme supports women leaders and future leaders in the humanitarian, development, and social-impact sectors.
Application Deadline:
16 October 2026
Tell Me About The Program:
The Global Women Connect Mentoring Programme (2026/27) is a 9-to-12-month developmental journey designed to foster two-way learning relationships between women leaders in the humanitarian, development, and social-impact sectors. Supported by Coach Mentoring Ltd., the programme offers a safe, inclusive, and structured space for female leaders to enhance leadership capabilities, build personal resilience, expand coaching and problem-solving skills, and unlock their full career potential.
Which Fields are Eligible?
Humanitarian, international development, and social-impact sectors.
Type:
Leadership Mentorship & Professional Coaching Programme
Who can Apply?
- Mentees: Female leaders or emerging/future leaders in the humanitarian, development, or social-impact sectors. Priority is explicitly given to leaders based in the Global South, including those operating in resource-poor or crisis-affected settings.
- Mentors: Experienced women leaders or managers in the humanitarian, development, or social-impact sectors with a passion for mentoring and talent development. (Bi-lingual capability in English, French, Arabic, or Spanish is helpful, but not required).
- Gender & Diversity: Strictly open to women, in all their diversity (applicants must confirm they are a woman or identify as a woman).
How are Mentees/Mentors Selected:
Selection and matching are based on thoughtful evaluation of applicant ambitions, professional experiences, sector alignment, and geographic priority (focusing on Global South applicants). Response authenticity is prioritized (AI-generated or copied answers are strictly discouraged).
Which Countries Are Eligible?
Global (with priority given to countries in the Global South).
Where will the Program be Taken?
Online / Virtual platform (accessible worldwide).
How Many Participants:
Not explicitly specified (cohort-based matching).
What is the Benefit of the Program:
- For Mentees: Leadership capacity building, enhanced personal resilience, improved performance, and career potential development.
- For Mentors: Advanced mentoring and coaching skills, expanded reflective and problem-solving capabilities, improved decision-making, and increased emotional intelligence.
- Access to regular check-ins, midway/final support sessions, and the broader Learning and Exchange community.
How Long Will it Last:
9 to 12 months (involving regular online mentoring sessions arranged every 4–6 weeks).
How to Apply:
- Access the official Global Women Connect 2026/27 Mentoring Programme online application form.
- Complete the 4-step registration process in your own words (describing your experiences and career ambitions).
- Confirm your commitment to participate in all core program requirements (briefing webinar, regular 4–6 week sessions, midway support, final celebration, and evaluation questionnaires).
- Submit the form prior to the 16 October 2026 deadline.
👉 Visit the official fellowship page for details
