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  1. If I miss the early bird rate, can I still get the early bird rate?

    Once early bird registration closes on 31 December, the regular pricing begins; no exceptions. We recommend registering early.
  2. If I miss the registration deadline, can I still apply?

    Once registration closes, it cannot be opened for those who miss the deadline.  We do run the program once annually, and encourage you to check back next year! Again, please register early if you know you wish to participate, in order to avoid any ...
  3. Mentoring Program - Important Dates

    These dates are approximate; check with your specific region for more detailed information regarding mandatory events. Early bird registration: Available until 31 December Regular registration: 1 January – 31 January Matching - Pairs/Groups ar...
  4. Is This a Women-Only Program?

    No!   HBA mentoring programs are inclusive and men are encouraged to participate in the program. Male allies can apply as mentees or serve as mentors.
  5. Will I Be Able to Secure a Job Through the Mentoring Program?

    The HBA mentoring program is not a forum for job-hunting.
  6. Should I Be a Mentee or Mentor?

    You cannot apply for both so here is information on each to help you decide: Mentees This is a mentee-driven program. Mentees are emerging leaders. They have a strong sense of their development needs and can identify one or more areas in which t...
  7. Can I participate in the EMEA Mentoring Program if I reside in the US (and vice versa)?

    Yes! Mentees and mentors can apply to the program that will be most beneficial to them. We just ask that you keep local time zones in mind, as this may affect your ability to join your mentoring meetings.
  8. How do the US Regional Mentoring Programs work?

    The HBA Mentoring Program is mostly virtual. However, some regions and mentoring groups/pairs may wish to meet in-person. As long as participants are comfortable with these circumstances, you are welcome to do so. Mentoring takes place in grou...
  9. How do the EMEA, Canadian, and Asia-Pacific Mentoring Programs work?

    The HBA mentoring program will be virtual. If mentoring pairs wish to meet in-person, they are welcome to do so. 1:1 - one mentor is matched with one mentee. Though in EMEA, mentees can choose to participate in either a 1:1 match or a circle/g...
  10. Who Can Participate in the Program?

    The HBA mentoring program is a members-only program; both mentors and mentees must be (or become) HBA members to participate.  In most regional programs, if you are not a member, your membership fee will be included at the time of registration. P...