The Forum Mentoring Program is a one-of-a-kind professional development experience for emerging women leaders in the Philadelphia region. Established in 2006, the program has benefited more than 400 mentees and serves as a way for Forum members to give back to the next generation of women leaders. The program’s focus is to enhance the leadership abilities and to elevate the skill level of emerging women leaders who have a desire and the potential to advance in their careers.

Applications for the 2025-2026 Mentoring Program will open in August 2025.

 Forum members interested in serving as a mentor for one of our circles can complete the interest form here.

FORUM MENTORING

Program Overview

• Duration: This is a 12-month program beginning with an orientation each December. Mentees attend monthly mentoring circles in either Center City or King of Prussia. There are no meetings during the summer months. 
   
• Format: Two groups of mentee circles meet monthly to discuss a variety of professional topics (career goals, personal and career development, workplace challenges, etc.). Topics are selected by the consensus of each circle. 
• Please note that all sessions are group sessions. This is not a personal coaching program or a 1:1 mentoring experience. 
   
• Exposure to Forum Members: Mentees have a unique ability to meet and network with Forum members each month. Forum members provide guidance and facilitation on topics for each monthly meeting.