Mentoring for Women

Structured mentoring programs designed to accelerate women’s leadership progression and strengthen gender equity outcomes.

Organisations committed to advancing women into leadership require more than informal support. They need structured programs intentionally designed to address the barriers women face in career progression — from confidence and visibility to sponsorship, access to opportunity, and leadership readiness.

Art of Mentoring partners with organisations to design and implement women-focused mentoring initiatives that build leadership confidence, strengthen career navigation capability, and expand access to meaningful opportunities across all career stages.

Why this matters

Progress in representation and leadership equity depends on structured, supported development pathways. Without targeted initiatives, organisations risk losing high-potential women, weakening succession pipelines, and limiting leadership diversity.

Women-focused mentoring programs provide a practical and scalable approach to increasing leadership readiness, strengthening retention, and embedding inclusive leadership capability across the organisation.

How we support women’s mentoring programs

Our women-focused mentoring initiatives are intentionally designed, structured, and supported to drive measurable progression outcomes.
We provide:

  • Program design aligned to gender equity and leadership objectives
  • Dedicated mentor and mentee training, including training tailored specifically for women participants
  • Structured goal-setting frameworks focused on progression and leadership readiness
  • Configurable matching processes aligned to development priorities
  • Governance and executive reporting support
  • Measurement and evaluation frameworks to demonstrate impact on representation and retention
Outcomes organisations can expect
  • Increased leadership confidence and career clarity for women
  • Stronger, more diverse succession pipelines
  • Improved retention of high-potential women
  • Increased representation in leadership roles
  • Greater sponsorship, visibility, and cross-functional connection

Women’s mentoring programs are not standalone initiatives. They are strategic interventions that strengthen leadership diversity and long-term organisational capability.

Speak to our team about designing a women-focused mentoring program aligned to your gender equity and leadership goals.

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Mentors trained
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Countries served
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Years of experience
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Participant satisfaction

Frequently asked questions

How can we design a mentoring program that aligns with the diverse development needs of our employees?

At Art of Mentoring, we begin by working with you to clarify what success looks like for your organisation, whether that is leadership development, talent retention, inclusion, or capability building. We then design a structured mentoring program that reflects your workforce context, participant needs, and development priorities. Our approach combines thoughtful program design, evidence-based matching, and ongoing support to ensure mentoring remains relevant and effective for participants at different career stages and roles.

Can your mentoring programs be tailored to suit our organisation’s goals or industry?

Yes. All Art of Mentoring programs are tailored to suit your organisational goals, industry context, and workforce profile. We work across corporate, government, association, and designing mentoring programs that align with your values, strategy, and operating context. This ensures mentoring supports both individual development and broader organisational outcomes.

Do you offer support for different types of mentoring (e.g. peer, reverse, group, flash)?

Yes. Art of Mentoring supports a range of mentoring approaches, including peer mentoring, reverse mentoring, group mentoring, and other structured formats. We help you select the most appropriate mentoring model based on your objectives, participant needs, and organisational environment, and ensure each approach is supported by clear frameworks, guidance, and governance.

How do you ensure effective mentor/mentee matching?

Effective matching is central to successful mentoring. We use a structured, evidence-based matching methodology supported by a configurable matching algorithm that can be tailored to each program’s goals and priorities.

The matching process considers development goals, experience, preferences, and organisational objectives, with weighting applied to criteria based on what matters most for each program. This approach goes beyond basic profile matching to create meaningful, productive mentoring relationships aligned with both individual and organisational outcomes.

Can we incorporate our own learning content or values into the program?

Yes. Art of Mentoring programs are designed to integrate your organisation’s values, learning frameworks, and existing development initiatives. We can incorporate your own learning content alongside Art of Mentoring resources, ensuring mentoring feels relevant, consistent, and aligned with your internal culture and priorities.

Do your programs provide training for mentors and mentees?

Yes. Art of Mentoring provides structured learning and guidance for mentors, mentees, and program managers. This includes online learning, practical resources, and ongoing support to help participants understand their roles, build confidence, and engage effectively in the mentoring relationship. This approach supports consistency, quality, and positive outcomes across the program lifecycle.

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