This event offers a professional platform to connect, learn, and grow within the industry. This event offers valuable insights and professional development opportunities. Meet and mingle with other folks in a variety of fields that impact aging adults in Philadelphia, and find a lasting mentoring relationship! Welcome to GenPhilly’s Meet-A-Mentor Event!
About GenPhilly:
GenPhilly is a dynamic network of emerging professionals from the Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) and other age-friendly organizations, dedicated to fostering meaningful connections with older adults in both professional and personal contexts. Through innovative programs and professional development opportunities, GenPhilly empowers its members to raise awareness about aging-related issues and promote a culture of positive aging throughout Philadelphia.
Application Process
Program Overview:
The GenPhilly Mentorship Program is designed to connect emerging professionals with experienced mentors in the field of aging services and whose work reaches aging populations and beyond. The program aims to enhance professional development, facilitate knowledge exchange, and strengthen the network of individuals committed to creating an age-friendly Philadelphia.
Objectives:
Program Structure:
Eligibility:
Benefits:
How to Join:
Interested individuals can join GenPhilly by completing the questionnaire available on the GenPhilly webpage. Once accepted, members will receive information about participation and upcoming events.
By participating in the GenPhilly Mentorship Program, both mentors and mentees contribute to advancing the mission of fostering meaningful connections, raising awareness about aging issues, and celebrating positive aging in Philadelphia.
Content & Program Timeline:
Review this handbook for an overview on the process and expectations for the mentoring relationship:https://www.togetherplatform.com/handbook/mentee-user
Either at the event or at your first mentoring meeting, you must define the year-long commitment with your mentor/mentee. You will also outline expectations together using our form.
Commitment:
The GenPhilly Mentorship Program requires a one-year time commitment as detailed in the timeline above. During this time, Mentors and Mentees are asked to commit a minimum of one (1) hour each month to the program. Mentors and mentees are asked to attend at least one (1) in-person event together; these can be either GenPhilly-led Events or other career advancement opportunities that the pair feel are essential to the Mentee’s professional development goals.
Coffee and donuts will be served
