We are excited to announce the opening of applications for The Tide Mentoring Programme 2025. This unique mentoring initiative seeks to bring together professionals from the fields of environment, gender, and security to foster collaborative knowledge exchange and develop innovative solutions to global challenges.

Programme Overview

The Tide Mentoring Programme aims to create a dynamic space for 15 professionals—5 from each of the three focus areas: environment, gender, and security—to engage in a mutually beneficial mentoring process. Each participant will both mentor and be mentored by two individuals from the other fields, allowing for a rich exchange of knowledge, experiences, and perspectives.

The programme will officially launch in February 2025, with the first group workshop and mentorship session kicking off the collaborative journey.

Who Should Apply?

We are looking for passionate and proactive individuals who are committed to addressing pressing global challenges and contributing to social and environmental justice. Ideal participants include:

• Environment Professionals: Individuals working in climate change, sustainability, environmental justice, or conservation, with a focus on how environmental issues impact social, political, and security outcomes.
• Gender Experts: Professionals dedicated to gender equality, women’s rights, and feminist approaches to development, peace, and security.
• Security Specialists: Those with experience in peacebuilding, conflict resolution, human rights, or security sector reform, and an interest in integrating environmental and gender considerations into their work.

Application Process

• Deadline: Applications are open until December 23, 2024.
• Selection Criteria: Participants will be selected based on their professional background, motivation, and alignment with the programme’s goals.
• Mentor Pairing: Selected participants will be matched with mentors and mentees based on shared interests and professional goals, with pairings finalized in early January 2025.

Programme Timeline

• Launch Date: The programme begins in February 2025, with the first group workshop and mentoring session.

How to Apply

To apply for The Tide Mentoring Programme 2025, please submit your application form by December 23, 2024. This is a unique opportunity to engage in cross-disciplinary mentoring that will help shape your professional growth and contribute to global change.

This is your chance to join a transformative mentoring experience that fosters meaningful collaboration at the intersection of environment, gender, and security.

Don't miss out on the application deadline which is 23 December 2024.