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Mentorship

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We are now accepting applications for the 2026 WICT Greater Philadelphia Mentorship Program!

This year's mentorship program is designed to support WICT members navigating significant organizational and industry change.  Amid restructures, evolving ecosystems, workforce reductions and rapid advances in technology, the program helps participants regain clarity, confidence and connection.

Why Apply? 

 

Through guided mentorship, peer learning and reflective development, participants will:

  • Make sense of their professional identity and strengths in a changing environment

  • Build resilience and emotional steadiness during uncertainty

  • Explore career optionality and transferable skills with intention

  • Strengthen relationships and community as source of support and growth

Program Format: 
  • 6-month duration (May 2026 – November 2026)

  • Mentees will be paired 1:1 with mentors from The WICT Network: Greater Philadelphia Chapter and sponsor companies

  • Expert Facilitation: Led by national best selling Author, Speaker, Executive Coach, Stella Grizont

  • The program will be limited to ~50 mentees

 

Applicant Requirements: 
  • Be a current The WICT Network: Greater Philadelphia member; to join online visit www.wict.org

  • Be willing to dedicate the time required, including 3 group sessions and monthly 1:1 sessions with your mentor

  • Submit application by April 3, 2026

  • Cost of participation is $130

Acceptance to the program will be confirmed by April 10, 2026. Mentee and Mentor pairs will be communicated via email by April 24, 2026, in time for our first group session on May 5th. 

Interested in participating as a mentor?

If you are interested in the rewarding experience of serving as a mentor for this year’s program, please reach out to Mentorship Directors, Silpa Nair (silpa_nair@comcast.com) or Celia Engman (celia.engman@comcast.net) to confirm your interest. 

Apply now and take the next step toward growing, connecting, and leading with purpose!

The 2025 mentorship program application is now closed. Check back next year for details on our 2026 program!

Are you currently a WICT member? (Membership Required)
Have you previously participated in the WICT Mentorship Program?
What are the top areas of development you’re looking for this year? Please select from the following:
Do you have a preference on the gender of your mentor?
Can you commit to attending 2 group sessions in-person in Center City, Philadelphia (May & November ) and 2 virtual sessions (July & September)?
Can you commit to attending monthly 1:1 meetings with your mentor?
Will you need scholarship assistance?

Only required if you selected YES to needing scholarship assistance.

For more information on the mentorship program, please contact:

Name: Silpa Nair

Email: Silpa_Nair@comcast.com

Name: Celia Engman

Email: Celia.Engman@comcast.net

The WICT Network

Chapter: Greater Philadelphia

Email: wictphilly@gmail.com

Want to learn more about membership?

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