Mentorship Program

The purpose of the Mentorship Program is to help individuals implement a cultural awareness and diversity focus in their vocational and avocational pursuits. The CHEC Center wants to foster the cultural leaders of today and tomorrow in reaching their goals and building more inclusive and connected communities, both personally and professionally. 

Monica
2022 Mentee & Volunteer

Program Outline

  1. 6-month or one year term

  2. Mentorship program begins in May with Evolve, a six week goal setting program (2 hours/week)

  3. Following the goal setting program, one hour 1:1 goal coaching/counseling with Jennifer Bowes, weekly or every other week, depending on mentee’s needs

  4. 1-hour bi-weekly online CHEC meeting with the team

Edith
2022 Mentee & Volunteer

Application Requirements

  1. Have participated in at least one CHEC workshop

  2. Commit to full Mentorship term (6-month or 12-month terms available)

  3. Attend at least one CHEC meeting a month with the team

  4. Able to dedicate 2 to 5 hours a week toward development and pursuit of your goal – time includes goal setting program and 1:1 with Jennifer Bowes & CHEC meetings

  5. Applications due by March 31st with interviews in April

  6. We accept 2-4 Mentees a year 

Lizzie
2023 Mentee & volunteer

Additional Benefits

  • Certificate of Volunteer Service and letter of recommendation, such as for job applications or school programs

  • Free access to all educational and training content provided by
    The CHEC Center 

  • Opportunities to present and develop content

  • Invited to attend annual CHEC work retreat

Winter
2023 Mentee & volunteer