Our Vision.
Mentoring for Black women and girls is critically important due to the systemic barriers and limited opportunities they face in the job market. Black women and girls often encounter discrimination, bias, and underrepresentation in many industries, which can significantly hinder their career progression. Mentoring provides them with guidance, support, and role models who understand their unique challenges and can offer valuable insights and strategies for overcoming these obstacles. It helps build their confidence, skills, and professional networks, making it easier for them to navigate and succeed in environments where they might otherwise feel isolated or marginalized. By offering tailored support and creating a safe space for growth and development, mentoring empowers Black women and girls to reach their full potential and achieve their career aspirations, thereby contributing to a more equitable and inclusive job market.
Our 4 Pillar System
Empowerment Through Representation
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The "Yes She Can" Mentoring Program is specifically designed for Black women, girls, and people of color (POC). Here, you’ll have the unique opportunity to be mentored by successful women who share similar backgrounds and experiences. This representation is crucial in industries where diversity is often lacking, providing you with relatable role models who understand your unique challenges. By joining, you’ll become part of a community that values and uplifts your identity, helping you see yourself reflected in the fields of technology, media, and politics.
Overcoming
Job Market Barriers
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As a Black woman or girl, you may face significant obstacles in the job market, including discrimination and limited access to professional networks. Our mentoring program is dedicated to breaking down these barriers. We provide you with the tools, resources, and connections needed to succeed. Through workshops, networking events, and one-on-one mentoring, you’ll gain valuable insights into navigating the job market, enhancing your employability, and finding opportunities that align with your career goals.
Access to Exclusive Opportunities
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As a participant in the "Yes She Can" Mentoring Program, you’ll benefit from exclusive access to job opportunities, professional development resources, and additional support services such as CV checks and interview preparation. While our program aims to be affordable, you’ll have the option to access these premium services for a nominal fee. This ensures we can continue to provide high-quality support while maintaining financial sustainability as a non-profit organization. This investment in your future can make a significant difference in your career trajectory, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.
A Safe and Supportive Environment
Our program creates a safe space where you can express yourself freely, ask questions, and share your experiences without fear of judgment. This supportive environment fosters personal and professional growth, encouraging you to take risks and pursue your ambitions with confidence. By joining "Yes She Can," you’ll become part of a network of like-minded individuals committed to mutual support and collective success.
Joining the "Yes She Can" Mentoring Program is not just about advancing your career; it’s about becoming part of a movement that aims to create systemic change and elevate the voices of Black women and girls in traditionally male-dominated industries. Take the next step towards your future and join us in making a difference.
The
Programm
8 -12 BIPOC Women and Girls aged between 18 and 36 years will have the chance to receive Mentoring from one of our five Mentors. A unique opportunity to get an inside view of the work Politicans and People in Media & Technology do in Austria.
Mentees receive the possibility of expanding their network and empowering themselves and their careers.