Virtual Mentoring Programme

CILIP Ireland is excited to let you know that we are looking into setting up a virtual mentoring programme for students and new professionals. We want to provide an online platform for students and new professionals to receive guidance at a time when many are still working remotely and unable to benefit from traditional workplace mentorships.

The virtual mentorship is expected to last 6 months with communications scheduled every 4 weeks. Communication will be largely email based to allow participants to take time to consider their questions and answers. The programme organiser will send prompts in the form of questions, topics or themes. CILIP Ireland will also host regular online check-in events to provide additional guidance, resources and support. The virtual mentoring programme provides an opportunity to cultivate leadership skills while also supporting early career library and information workers.

If you would like to become a virtual mentor or mentee, or have any further questions, please contact Eilish McLaughlin at: e.mclaughlin@qub.ac.uk outlining your job role and areas of interest. We would love to hear from you.