Programme purpose
The WADFIN Mentorship Programme is designed to help emerging practitioners navigate technical learning, professional development and responsible career progression through structured relationships with experienced professionals.
Early-Career Track
For students, graduates and new practitioners seeking direction, professional habits and exposure to the field.
Practitioner Development Track
For working professionals developing a specialty, leadership skills, research capability or training experience.
Women & Inclusion Track
Focused support for participation and progression of groups that may be underrepresented in technical and investigative roles.
Six-month mentoring cycle
Profile
Define goals, experience, interests and development needs.
Match
Pair participants based on goals, specialty, availability and conflict checks.
Develop
Agree a simple development plan with regular conversations and practical milestones.
Review
Evaluate progress, lessons and possible next steps at the end of the cycle.
Expected outcomes
- Clearer professional development goals
- Improved awareness of ethical and technical practice
- Stronger professional networks
- Greater confidence in learning and career decisions
- Pathways into research, training, specialist communities or leadership
Become a mentor or mentee
Register your interest and tell us your professional area, career stage and goals.