Mentoring is the influence, guidance, or direction given by one who teaches, gives help to, and/or provides advice to another. AACE is committed to providing our members with the opportunity to tap into the expertise and knowledge of our inclusive, endocrinology community and receive valuable feedback essential to their career journey by participating in the AACE Mentorship Program.
All members are eligible to be an AACE Mentor or Mentee.
Mentees
To sign-up for the program as a mentee, you must be a current AACE community member. You would then log in to your AACE account to complete your profile and select the mentor of your choice.
Mentors
If you are interested in serving as a mentor, please log in to your AACE account and complete your profile.
Mentorship Program Guidelines
- The mentor/mentee connection can last up to two years, unless otherwise agreed upon
- Mentors may have as many Mentees as they can effectively provide mentorship resources
- Mentees can have up to two Mentors
- Meetings with Mentors should be initiated by the mentee and scheduled at a time that is convenient for both parties
- Mentors and Mentees should meet between once a month and once a quarter, unless otherwise agreed upon
Engagement Opportunities
The mentorship program provides a mixture of engagement opportunities:
- One-on-one mentor and mentee meetings (virtually)
- One-on-one mentor and mentee meetings (in person – in conjunction with an AACE event or mutually agreed upon location)
- Networking sessions with multiple mentors and mentees (virtual and in person)
- Webinars with specific topics – mentors present and mentees sign up
- Mentees should join DSNs and apply for AACE Committees to expand engagement opportunities
FAQs
- Will the Mentees be able to see the Mentor's contact information?
- Mentees will only be able to see contact information after a Mentor accepts them.
- How many Mentors can a Mentee have?
- Mentees can have up to two Mentors at a time.
- How many Mentees can a Mentor have?
- Mentors can have as many Mentees as they can mentor effectively.
- Will AACE provide training to help Mentors set up their profile?
- Yes, AACE will provide optional training if needed.
- Who oversees and evaluates the success of the AACE Mentorship Program?
- The AACE Mentorship Program falls under the direction of the AACE BLOOM Committee.
- How do I address any concerns?
- Mentors and Mentees can share any concerns by emailing [email protected].
- Can either party close the mentorship connection once accepted?
- Yes, either the Mentor or the Mentee may end the mentorship at any time.