PWN Global Mentoring Programme

Published on April 29, 2024 by Rebecca Fountain

**Applications Opening in December 2025 for the 2026 GMP**

(to register your interest for the 2026 programme, email us: imp@pwnglobal.net)


A global mentoring programme for women ready to grow, lead, and connect beyond borders. 

The Global Mentoring Programme (GMP) is a unique opportunity for PWN members seeking international exposure, guidance from cross-cultural mentors, and a strong community of global peers.

In 2026, the GMP will run from March to October (8 months). 


Is this programme for me?
Have you recently moved abroad for work (in the last 12 months)?

Or are you planning an international career move in the next 12-18 months? 

If you can answer "yes" to either (or both) of these questions, then this programme is for you!

The GMP is designed to:

  • Support your international career ambitions with personalised guidance from senior leaders who have walked the path before you.
  • Help you work and lead confidently across borders and cultures.
  • Strengthen your decision-making and other key professional skills in a global context.

As a mentee, you'll:

  • Gain real-world insight from an experienced leader who has navigated international challenges.
  • Build a confidential, supportive relationship to explore your goals, questions, and obstacles.
  • Receive actionable advice to avoid common pitfalls and challenges.
  • Discover how to thrive across cultures - professionally and personally.
  • Expand your international network and global visibility.

To join as a mentee, you must:

  • Be a PWN member
  • Have international work experience or be planning for this in the next year.
  • Be willing to commit 1-2 hours per month and take ownership of your growth.
  • Be open to embrace learning and support from someone with a different background or culture.

Fee: €200
To register your interest in joining as a mentee, click here to email us (imp@pwnglobal.net).


Interesting in joining the programme as a mentor?

You'll be a good fit, if:

  • You've got 3-5+ years of international leadership experience.
  • You've worked across at least two countries or regularly collaborate across four or more.
  • You're an experienced people manager (directly or indirectly).

As a mentor, you'll:

  • Share your international journey and make a positive lasting impact.
  • Support an ambitious professional in overcoming challenges and seizing opportunities.
  • Enjoy the fulfilment of guiding someone through key professional decisions and moves.
  • Deepen your own empathy, support, and leadership skills.
  • Learn from different perspectives and expand your global network.

To join as a mentor, you:

  • Do not need to be a PWN member.
  • Do not need prior mentoring experience.
  • Must have international work experience.
  • Must be willing to commit 1-2 hours per month voluntarily to the programme.
  • Should have a collaborative, open approach to mentoring.
  • Should have a willingness to share your knowledge, network, and insights.
  • Should be open-minded, empathetic, and culturally-aware.

Fee: there is no fee for mentors.
To register your interest in becoming a mentor, click here to email us (imp@pwnglobal.net). 


Programme Overview

  • Duration: March to October 2026
  • Format: Fully virtual, flexible meetings
  • Commitment: 1-2 hours per month (at least 6 1:1 meetings plus group calls/activities)

What to expect: 

  1. Mentor-mentee matching based on goals, experience, and fit.
  2. Connection period to get to know each other.
  3. Dedicated kick-off webinar with tools, strategies, and tips.
  4. A valuable 8-month mentoring journey.
  5. Mid-point check-in for support and feedback.
  6. Final celebration and reflection webinar.

You’ll be supported every step of the way through virtual gatherings, dedicated training, and community check-ins to help you make the most of your mentoring journey. 


Not ready to go international? 
PWN provides an effective and comprehensive mentoring structure across the organisation to ensure that there’s a programme available to suit your career needs at every stage. 

So if an international focus isn’t where you’re at in your career right now, that’s ok. Check out your local PWN City Network Mentoring Programme instead.