Mentorship Program
The Opening Doors Foundation Mentorship Program connects young Kenyan women with experienced mentors to help them navigate the transition from university to the professional world. Over six months, mentees gain career guidance, confidence, and skills to take their next steps with clarity and purpose.
Each mentee is paired with a professional mentor for six months of structured support, including monthly 1-hour virtual meetings to build skills and confidence.
Virtual workshops and speaker sessions cover key topics like public speaking, interview prep, and goal setting to help mentees excel in the workforce.
Mentors and mentees receive training, guidance, and check-ins to make the most of their experience.
Who can become a mentor?
Jackee Kasandy
Founder & CEO, BEBC Society
Vancouver, BC
Karen Craggs-Milne
Founder & CEO, Conscious Equality Inc.
Toronto, Canada
Did you know?
Mentored women leaders are over 3X more likely to pay it forward and become mentors themselves.
Kimberley Hatherall
Founder, Accelerate International Academy
London, United Kingdom
Amanda Armstrong
Career Coach
Nairobi, Kenya
Portia Obeng
Social Media Strategist & LinkedIn Coach
Washington, DC, USA
Tamara Melck
SVP, Organizational & Talent Development
Vancouver, Canada
Florence Akara
Human Rights Advocate & Social Impact Consultant
Nairobi, Kenya
Jackie Lerro
Engineering Leader
Greater Philadelphia Area, USA
What we look for in a mentor
You believe in creating opportunities and empowering young women to grow
You’re excited to engage in a cross-cultural exchange, broadening both your mentee’s world and your own.
You bring industry knowledge and career insights to help mentees succeed.
You can commit to monthly one-hour virtual mentorship sessions over a six-month period.
Become a Mentor
In 5 easy steps you can apply to be part of a global community of change makers and inspire the next generation of leaders. Get started today.
impact
The program is guided by three strategic pillars. Together, these pillars form the foundation of our mission to build a global community of changemakers who empower young women from underserved communities through meaningful mentorship, opening doors to professional and personal success.
Creating opportunities for young women from underserved communities by connecting them with mentors to develop the skills, networks, and confidence they need to transition into the professional world.
Creating a network of leading organizations worldwide to provide young women with training, internships, and job opportunities that open doors to success.
Supporting a global community of mentors committed to creating meaningful, authentic connections.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Become a Mentor
Mentorship is about sharing your insights and experiences to help a young woman step into her future with confidence. As a mentor, you’ll offer guidance, build connection, and open doors to opportunity.
Partner With Us
We partner with thought leaders, businesses, and organizations committed to creating meaningful impact. We're looking for guest speakers, internship and job placement partners, and sponsors to help grow our programs for young women in Kenya.
Together, we can open doors that change lives.