The Global Women Connect Mentoring Programme 2026/27

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