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RCE Mentorship Program

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The RCE Mentorship Program in Atlanta pairs college students interested in SDG-related careers with professionals in the field. Over the course of the academic year, mentees and mentors build their relationship through strategic goal setting and monthly check-ins. We welcome students from all Greater Atlanta universities and colleges to apply to become mentees. Additionally, we welcome all Greater Atlanta sustainability leaders to apply to become mentors.

The RCE mentorship program localizes the UN SDGs quality education, gender equality, decent work, and reduced inequalities by sharing professional development opportunities (sustainability conferences, seminars, workshops, internships, jobs) and by recruiting mentees from all backgrounds with strong efforts being made to have at least 50% women and 50% students of color participating in the mentorship program.

Embracing great mentorship isn't just about fostering communities; it's about cultivating powerhouse workforces poised to revolutionize industries. By doing so, we're not just shaping our youth for brighter futures, but we are shaping the future of innovation and progress in Greater Atlanta.

-RCE Mentorship Leadership Team

(Iesha Baldwin, Spelman College Sustainability Coordinator)

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important dates/program timeline Cycle

  • Recruitment Day! (virtual webinar)
    • Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. via zoom
    • Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. via zoom
  • Mentor and Mentee Application
    • Opens Wednesday, May 29, 2024
    • Closes Tuesday, September, 10, 2024
  • Onboarding day (virtual event)
    • Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 6:00 via zoom
  • September 2024 - May 2025
    • Mentors/Mentees meet once a month (virtual or in person).
    • Professional development opportunities shared with students.
    • Mentors/mentees share feedback once a month through survey. Positive feedback will be used in mentorship Monday posts.
  • RCE Quarterly meeting 2025
    • Present mentorship program metrics, success, testimonials.
  • Closing Ceremony (May 2025)

Mentee Testimonials

"I have had an extremely positive experience meeting with my mentee. I am so grateful to have been
matched with someone who is open and direct about what she would like to learn from our partnership.
And I've gotten a lot out of our relationship, too! Thank you for all of the work that went into setting this program up for the RCE."

"I like the flexibility of the program, no complaints.
My mentor and I make what we want of it
(e.g. looking into masters of sustainability programs, discussing articles/podcasts on sustainability topics, etc.)"

Partners Include

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