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  1. General Expectations

    This is a mentee-driven program. What does this mean exactly? Mentees will take charge of the discussions and agendas. This does require some prep work and thought - but this role reversal ensures that mentees get the most out of the experience, w...
  2. Quick-Start Guide

  3. How to join an HBA Affinity Group

    Affinity groups are self-forming communities of HBA members who connect through a common interest, focus, need, or identity. There are a number of current affinity groups within our membership, including: Career Transformations (formerly Women in ...
  4. How does the matching process work for the US programs?

    There are many factors that go into the matching process including: geography, mentee goals, company diversity and functional area diversity. If a mentee has any specific criteria that is important to them, they may add that to the matching survey, ...
  5. What if I can’t make the dates for the mandatory events such as the mentee orientation, mentor training or kick-off?

    It is extremely important that you plan your calendar to be present (even virtually) for the live events. Non-attendance could be grounds for replacement. If you cannot attend one of the mandatory events, please contact your regional mentoring leade...
  6. I applied for the program and it’s past the time that I should have been notified, what should I do?

    Please contact your regional mentoring leadership team by email. If you have any difficulty getting a response, please reach out to mentoring@hbanet.org .
  7. Will there ever be any face-to-face meetings?

    This is decided by your regional leadership team, as well as your group/pair. 
  8. If I relocate during the program, can I change regions?

    If the mentoring circles or 1:1 teams have not yet been assigned, you may ask to be moved to a different region. Please request the move from the regional leaders of the region you applied to so they can communicate with the region you are moving to...
  9. If my circle or mentor aren’t working out for me once I’m assigned, can I change?

    This question should be directed to your regional mentoring leaders who will work with you on a mutually acceptable solution.
  10. Who is my point of contact for the program?

    Each region has a mentoring leadership team. Emails for the mentoring leadership team can be found on the region’s registration page . You can also email mentoring@hbanet.org  for assistance. ...