GOALS OF THE PROGRAM

The DILP Mentoring Program has 4 Main Goals:

  • To provide participants with a mentorship opportunity to further their personal and professional development in an extension of the DILP program

  • To provide alumni and affiliated persons with the opportunity to practice their leadership skills, guide, motivate and empower others via a shared interest and reconnect with the DILP Program.

  • To provide opportunities to enhance communication and interpersonal skills, as well as facilitate strong relationships within the DILP community

  • Encourage DILP participants and Alumni to actively engage in the DILP program and develop their professional and personal networks

BENEFITS OF THE PROGRAM

Becoming a mentor is a fulfilling and rewarding experience. Below are a few benefits of becoming a mentor.

Develop your communication, management, leadership skills

Mentorship allows mentors to learn how to communicate better, how to inspire others and how to give direction

Expand on your personal and professional networks

Becoming a mentor means you get to meet other mentors, mentees in your fields of interest and grow your network

Develop your self-confidence and ability to self-reflect

Many mentors leave the program feeling more accomplished and confident after sharing their expertise with like-minded individuals.