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WOMEN4CYBER FOUNDATION MENTORSHIP PROGRAMME
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The Women4Cyber Foundation Mentorship Programme helps address the growing cybersecurity skills gap by: developing future talent, facilitating knowledge transfer, and strengthening workforce resilience across Europe.
By sponsoring the Women4Cyber Foundation Mentorship Programme, organisations can invest in Europeean cybersecurity workforce, access one of Europe’s largest cybersecurity talent communities, strengthen their talent pipeline while supporting skills development across Europe. There are several ways to SPONSOR and INVEST:
• Sponsored Tailored Mentorship Editions
• Mentorship Programme Supporter Opportunities
• Employer of Choice Branding Campaigns
• Talent Pipeline Engagement & Recruitment Initiatives
Learn more about our sponsorship, talent engagement, recruitment, and partnership opportunities by clicking the button below or contacting mentorship@women4cyber.eu
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BECOME A MENTEE
WHO CAN BECOME A MENTEE
- You are a woman
- You are based in geographical Europe
- You are stepping into cybersecurity for the first time, returning after a career break, shifting careers, upskilling, looking to break barriers and lead, or simply curious. Whatever stage you’re at, the Women4Cyber Mentorship Programme is here to walk alongside you.
What we expect of Mentees:
- Commit to the 6-month programme
- Meet with the assigned mentor in a virtual setting once a month (or more)
- Participate in periodic surveys and programme dissemination efforts.
The programme is 100% online and completely free
One-on-one mentoring and you can join monthly free webinars
The duration is 6 months and you just have to commit 1h/month
The language used throughout the programme is English
GETTING INVOLVED
BECOME A MENTOR
No matter where you are in your cybersecurity career, your guidance, support, and expertise will make a difference in someone’s life.
The commitment is minimal (1-2 hours a month), but the satisfaction of making a difference in people’s lives is invaluable!
Who can be a mentor:
- Professionals of ALL GENDERS
- Currently working in cybersecurity
- 3+ years of experience
- Technical and non technical
- Based in geographical Europe (recommended for time zone alignment)
What we expect of Mentors:
- Commit to the 6-month programme
- Meet with the assigned mentee in a virtual setting once a month (or more),
- Participate in periodic surveys and programme dissemination efforts (voluntary)
Women4Cyber Webinar Series: Empowering Careers & Advancing Cybersecurity
The Women4Cyber Webinar Series supports the development of Europe’s cybersecurity workforce by providing accessible learning opportunities led by experts from industry, academia, and the public sector.
Delivered as part of the Women4Cyber Mentorship Programme, the series explores technical cybersecurity topics, emerging trends, career development, and leadership. While designed to complement the mentorship experience, the webinars are open to the wider cybersecurity community.
Would you like to contribute to the development of future cybersecurity talent? Share your expertise by applying to become a speaker using the button above.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
MENTEES
- Open to all ages seeking career development support
- Based in geographical Europe
- Excellent command of English
- University students, junior or senior professionals
- Working in cybersecurity and looking to specialise
- Not in cybersecurity but considering a career change
- Encouraged to apply: single mothers, long-term unemployed, refugees, and minorities
Closed - Interest form available
MENTORS
- People of ALL GENDERS with min. of 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity
- Expertise in one or more cybersecurity areas
- Recognised by peers as a leading expert in their field
- Based in geographical Europe (recommended for time zone alignment)
- Excellent command of English
- Committed to supporting women in cybersecurity by meeting at least once a month with a mentee
Closed - Interest Form available
Invest In The Future Of Cybersecurity. Access Tomorrow's Talent And Be The Brand They Remember.
FAQ
How do we match participants?
• Mentors may be matched with 1 or 2 mentees, depending on their preference
• Each mentee is paired with 1 mentor
• Matches are based on mentor availability, career interests, goals, and areas of expertise
• We aim for a minimum experience gap of approximately 3 years to support meaningful guidance and professional development
• Mentors are matched based on how their expertise and professional background align with the mentee’s goals and development needs
• Matching IS NOT based on your location or your language
What does a mentoring relationship look like?
• A 6 month online mentoring relationship conducted through the Chronus platform
• One to one mentoring sessions between mentor and mentee
• Flexible meeting frequency, with at least one session per month recommended
• Meetings and communication managed directly through Chronus
• Discussions guided by mentoring agendas, goals, and connection plans
• A supportive space focused on guidance, knowledge sharing, professional growth, and career development
• Confidential conversations between mentor and mentee
• Recurring sessions are encouraged to ensure continuity, trust, and long term impact
Is support available for mentors?
Yes. Women4Cyber provides continuous support and resources throughout the programme to help mentors feel confident and supported in their mentoring journey.
Available support includes:
• Mentor Toolkit and Mentor Handbook available on Chronus
• Mentor Guidance Session and workshop recordings
• Access to webinars, resources, and mentoring materials throughout the programme
• Support from the Women4Cyber mentorship team for questions, technical issues, or rematch requests: https://forms.office.com/e/0XRJgwSyr2. We’ll get back to you as soon as possible. The key points are also covered in the kick-off meeting.
What if I can’t attend the kick-off meeting?
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If you were unable to attend the kick off session, the recording and presentation slides are available in the “Resources” section of the Chronus platform.
We strongly encourage all mentors and mentees to review the recording, as it contains important information regarding:
• Programme structure and expectations
• Platform navigation and key features
• Mentorship guidelines and best practices
• Meeting protocols and communication expectations
• Available resources and support channels
When will I be matched?
After reviewing your application against the eligibility criteria and confirming your acceptance into the programme, you will receive an email from the Chronus platform containing a unique registration link to complete your profile setup.
Please make sure to:
• Check your inbox, spam, and junk folders
• Mark Chronus as a safe sender to ensure future communications are received correctly
• Complete and publish your profile on the platform
Please note that profile completion is mandatory in order for us to proceed with the matching process.
Matching begins after the application deadline has passed and profiles have been reviewed. By the time of the kick off session, the majority of participants should already be matched.
In some cases, we may unfortunately be unable to proceed with matching if a participant’s profile has not been fully completed and published on the platform within the required timeline.
What happens if I’m not matched?
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Due to the high volume of applications, it’s sometimes not possible to match everyone. We prioritise the quality of the match and the completeness of the applicant’s profile. Unmatched applicants are informed around the start of the programme and are encouraged to reapply for the next edition.
What if I feel my match isn’t a good fit?
- Rematch requests will only be considered if there is a minimum of 1 hour between mentor and mentee took place
- Rematching is more complex than the initial matching process, as participants are already engaged in active connections.
- The programme follows a fixed timeline, a rematch does not restart the 6-month duration
- The rematch will continue within the remaining time of the current edition.
- No additional time will be granted following a rematch
- No extension requests are possible
Questions and requests for information should be sent only to:
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- This email address: mentorship@women4cyber.eu
- Or for faster route, this form : https://forms.office.com/e/0XRJgwSyr2
Can I have more than one mentor?
- Our programme allows only one mentor per mentee to ensure a focused and meaningful experience. However, we encourage you to participate in any group events or networking opportunities we may offer, where you can connect with other mentors informally and expand your network.
Can I stay in touch with my mentor after the programme?
- Yes, we encourage mentors and mentees to maintain professional connections after the programme. While the structured mentorship ends, many participants find value in staying connected informally.
Is there a time commitment required from mentors and mentees?
- Yes, we ask that both mentors and mentees commit to at least one meeting per month, usually lasting about an hour. Additional communication outside of these meetings is encouraged but should fit around both participants’ schedules.
- We understand that life changes happen. If your availability changes significantly, please inform your mentor/mentee and contact the W4C team through this form https://forms.office.com/e/0XRJgwSyr2. so we can support the transition and find solutions if needed.
Certificates New updates
- All certificates are generated automatically by the platform only upon successful completion of a mentoring connection.
- Automatically generated by the platform only when all milestones and required tasks are marked as completed within the active timeline of the mentoring relationship.
- No certificates will be generated once the mentoring connection has officially ended if the required steps have not been completed beforehand.
- It is the responsibility of both mentors and mentees to regularly review their milestones, track their progress, and ensure that are completed before the end of the connection.
- The Women4Cyber admin team is not able to manually issue, regenerate, or override certificates.
- Mentors who participate in multiple mentoring connections are eligible to receive one certificate per successfully completed mentoring connection.
- Once generated, certificates can be downloaded directly from the platform and shared on LinkedIn
