<<Print>>The World University Service of Canada(WUSC), through the innovation in Non- Traditional Vocational Education and Skills Training(INVEST), has launched the 'So Me Mu' Mentorship Program.
The "So Me Mu" Mentorship Program seeks to match young women participation in male- dominated TVET sectors with technical professionals in sectors such as energy, extractives, and construction for mentorship, guidance, and support.
Key objectives of the program include the acceleration of personal and professional development of mentors and mentees and the creation of a community of young female technical professionals to establish networks, learn and grow.
Selected mentors well be recognised for their volunteerism, will expand their professional network and also gain new skills through the training workshops to be conducted for them.
Speaking at the launch, Appiah Wiafe-Adofo(Project Director, INVEST) indicated that "the INVEST project would ultimately like to see young women occupying positions and or creating businesses and job opportunities in sectors that are lucrative and traditionally dominated by men.
To achieve this, we cannot ignore the social and cultural norms that have given way to barriers to entry into these spaces.
"We, therefore, believe that one of the sure-fire ways to counteract expected challenges is to support these young women with enabling support services such as mentorship. Having a network of professionals who have established themselves within the industry that trainees, apprentices and entrepreneurs can connect with helps to facilitate their journey into the labour market".
The mentorship program is opened to mentors who are passionate about providing coaching and guidance support for assigned mentees for a minimum of 3 months.
Mentorship well be made available to candidates through face-to-face and virtual sessions for young women in Accra, Kumasi and Takoradi.
Interested candidates can visit the link below to read more about the program and submit an application www.theinvestproject.com/mentorship.
ABOUT THE WUSC
The World University Service of Canada(WUSC) is one of Canada's leading non-profit international development organisation, committed to building a more equitable and sustainable world.
Their vision is a more inclusive, equitable and sustainable world for youth.
It is a world in which all young people especially women, and refugees are empowered to secure a good quality of life for themselves, their families and their communities.
They work with a diverse network of students, volunteers institutions, governments and businesses to improve education, economic and empowerment opportunities for youth and to improve the lives of millions of disadvantaged people around the world.