PROGRAM ACTIVITIES

Mentor Training

Training is provided to all mentors prior to initial interaction with mentees The training provides expectations of the mentor role and ways to successfully engage the mentee in the program

ONE ON ONE INTERACTIONS

Mentors and mentees will be required to meet one to two times a month throughout the program Interactions will provide opportunity for mentors and mentees to build relationships and rapport with one another outside of a large group setting

ONE ON ONE INTERACTIONS

An emphasis on community and relationship building will be incorporated throughout the program. A kick off event will take place at the beginning of the program so pairs can meet, interact and build rapport before meeting one-on-one.

PROFESSIONAL

WORKSHOPS & NETWORKING

Student mentees will be invited to participate in all Watauga Women in Leadership events to provide exposure to professional development opportunities and networking. An end of program networking event will be held so pairs can come together to reflect on their experiences and practice important networking skills with their peers

Service

Serving the larger community creates self-awareness of an individual’s impact on the bigger picture and fosters an appreciation of the community surrounding them Watauga Women in Leadership and Women of Walker will collaborate on a minimum of one group volunteer event/project designated by WWIL each program year

Economic Development

Provide exposure to local business owners, community leaders and potential economic development opportunities to retain top talent to reside and work in Watauga County post graduation.

Program Outcomes

10

Ten different industries were represented including financial services, education, non-profit and hospitality

500

Number of programmatic hours that included one-on-one mentoring sessions and group interactions over the course of five months

44%

Ethnic diversity represented among both mentors and mentees spanning Hispanic, Asian, African American and White