Mentoring
Mentoring
Our mentoring scheme supports women journalists at all stages of their careers. Mentors provide practical guidance and frank advice, whether you are looking to progress, change specialisms or move into a new area of journalism. Now in its ninth year, the scheme has matched more than 800 mentees with experienced journalists from across the industry.
Who can apply
To apply as a mentee, you must:
- Have worked in a journalism role for at least two years and not be currently studying.
- Not have taken part in another mentoring scheme in the past 12 months.
- Commit to four meetings during the scheme, online or in person.
- Be a member of Women in Journalism.
How it Works
Mentors and mentees are matched based on experience, interests and career goals. At the start of the scheme, the mentee sets three clear objectives to work towards over the year. Meetings are structured, with agreed actions and goals set between sessions.
Applications
Applications for the 2027 scheme open on 1 November and close on 30 November. Outcomes will be confirmed by the end of December. Applicants who are not successful are encouraged to apply again the following year.
‘‘We are really proud to be continuing our support for Women in Journalism’s thriving mentor programme, helping women navigate their careers through the ever- evolving media landscape. Learning and growing is so important at any stage within a career, and so we are delighted to be able to help those involved in the programme to reach their full potential.’’
‘‘We’ve had countless women tell us this mentor scheme has genuinely transformed their lives and fast-tracked their career progression beyond their expectations.’’
Amanda Nunn, Head of WiJ Mentoring
