Dear Professional Mentorship Leadership Program Applicant,
Congratulations on your decision to apply to the Women of Color Empowerment Institute Inc.'s (WOCEI) Professional Mentorship Leadership Program!
We are accepting applications for entry into the leadership program from professionals who are under the age of 40, and have leadership aspirations in any sector, including; academia, business, community service, law, healthcare, technology, civic and government. Up to ten (10) individuals will be selected to join the program. If selected, the cost of the program is $200 to cover a portion of your meals and materials. Payment must be received in full by Monday, January 3, 2022.
ELGIBILITY
APPLICANTS MUST:
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Show interest in holding a current leadership position in a professional and/or civic organization.
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Demonstrate a commitment to improving the community through active volunteerism, and/or service.
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Have an interest in furthering your knowledge about the WOCEI.
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Commit to participation in the entire WOCEI leadership mentoring programing including: Retreat, Dinner Meetings, Community Service Project, Mentor Meetings in person and via video communication, and the annual Women of Color Empowerment Conference.
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Attending all scheduled programming referenced in this material is mandatory.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Complete the application and submit no later than Friday, November 19th, 2021 at 5:00 PM EST. For questions email wocempowerment@gmail.com with subject "Mentorship Program Question".
SELECTION PROCESS:
All applications will be reviewed by the WOCEI Directors and Mentor Committee members.
All applicants will be notified of their application status by Friday, December 3, 2021. All applicants must be available to attend a 4:30 meeting on Thursday, December 16, 2021 (this meeting may be held via Zoom).
WOCEI is committed to cultural, geographical, racial, ethnic, professional and economic diversity and considered all applicants who have demonstrated leadership skills and talents.
MENTOR AND MENTEE COMMITMENTS:
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Mentors and Mentees must commit to connecting in-person, by phone, or via video communication twice per month. Connecting more frequently on an informal basis is desired.
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Program dinners and attending events with mentors are counted as a monthly contact.
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Mentors and the selected Mentee will determine topics that they will cover, or what areas of professional development they will work on together based on the interest and goals of each participant. Some areas may include: enhancing communication skills, job/internship search strategies, community engagement, and networking.
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Mentees shall commit to volunteering monthly at the Women of Color Empowerment Institute, Inc.
Women of Color Empowerment Institute, Inc. Professional Mentorship Leadership Program
2021 – 2022 Calendar of Events
APPLICATION PERIOD
Friday, October 22, 2021 – Friday, November 19, 2021
Interview dates will be announced following the application closing date.
LEADERS CONNECT GATHERING
Friday, November 19, 2021
6:00 PM - 8:00
If an application is submitted by this date, email wocempowerment@gmail.com
for event address.
ORIENTATION AND HOLIDAY GATHERING
Friday, December 10, 2021
Orientation 5:30 – 6:30 PM
Location: TBA
Women of Color Empowerment Institute, Inc. Holiday Reception
WOCEI PUBLIC SERVICE PROJECT (1)
Saturday, January 22, 2022
Women of Color Empowerment Institute, Inc. Center
2219 NW 6th Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33311
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
WOCEI Service Project (2)
The Institute Connects Day
Saturday May, 2022
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
*Mentees plan this project, and are required to collaborate with community organizations
WOCEI DINNER & OUTING
Location TBD
Saturday, February, 19, 2022
Time TBD
“REAL TALK” DINNER WITH MENTORS
Location TBD
Thursday, March 17, 2022
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
COMMUNITY FORUM
Location TBD
Thursday, April 14, 2022
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
HEAR FROM A “SUPERSTAR” MENTOR DINNER
Location TBD
Thursday, May 12, 2022
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
FOCUS ON THE INSTITUTE GATHERING
11th Annual WOCEC Host Hotel
Thursday, June 16, 2022
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
WOCEI PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SERIES
Avenue of The Arts Executive Suites
405 NW 7th Avenue Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33311
Thursday, July 14, 2022
Thursday, July 21, 2022
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
LEADERS CONNECT BEACH DAY
Saturday, August 20, 2022
Place / Time TBD
*NETWORKING ACTIVITIES, PROFESSIONAL DEVLOPEMENT & BUILDING OUR BRAND