A Sisters Keepers Mentor

Become

Help build the next generation of black leaders.

We believe that mentorship is a key component in empowering black girls to reach their full potential. Our mentorship program pairs black girls with successful women in their respective fields, providing them with the support, guidance, and encouragement they need to achieve their goals.

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Inspire young black girls

  • Do you have 1 hour? or 1 day? or 1 month? or 1 Year?

  • Would you like to give back to the black community? 

  • Would you like to make a difference in the life of a young black girl? 

  • Would you like to inspire and guide young black girls to become future leaders? 

  • Are you able to support your mentees for at least 2 hours a month for a few months?

  • Are you committed, dedicated, and reliable? 

    If the answer is yes, then mentoring could be for you.

There are no limits!

Our mentors are black women who have overcome societal barriers, challenges and achieved success in their careers. They bring a wealth of knowledge, expertise, and experience to the table, and are committed to positively impacting black girls' lives.

Whether it's through sharing their own personal experiences, offering career advice, or simply lending an ear, our mentors play an important role in the lives of Black Girls in The Lead by helping them overcome the barriers that prevent them from reaching their goals and building the confidence they need to succeed.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Our mentorship program seeks to empower and uplift young black girls between the ages of 12 and 18 by providing them with invaluable guidance, support, and resources. We aim to foster the development of future leaders within their communities and careers by offering mentorship opportunities that help them navigate challenges, discover their strengths, and realize their full potential.

  • Our mentorship program is open to any black woman who is successful in her career and is committed to making a positive impact in the lives of black girls. We are looking for seasoned professionals to become mentors and share their knowledge and expertise with the next generation of black girls.

  • The time commitment for mentorship varies depending on the needs of the mentee and the mentor's schedule. Our program is designed to be flexible and to accommodate the busy schedules of both mentors and mentees. On average, mentors and mentees meet for 1-2 hours per month, but this can be adjusted as needed

  • We partner with other organizations to provide mentors with training and support to ensure they have the tools they need to make the most of the mentorship experience. We also provide capacity building for our mentors to ensure they feel ready to take on this role. We are available to answer any questions you may have and to provide support as needed.

  • Our mentees receive comprehensive support through our mentorship program, which encompasses educational access, mentorship, and various support resources. Additionally, they have access to our online platform and support network, all while receiving guidance and encouragement from their mentors.

  • If you have any additional questions about our mentorship program, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are here to support you every step of the way and to ensure that your mentorship experience is meaningful and impactful for both you and your mentee.

Mentorship is a two-way relationship, and our mentors also benefit from the experience.

They have the opportunity to share their knowledge and expertise, to give back to their community, and to make a lasting impact in the lives of black girls.

Our mentorship program is designed to provide black girls with the support they need to reach their full potential and achieve their dreams and is an incredible opportunity to make a difference in the lives of black girls and to leave a lasting impact on the world.

Mentoring Benefits

Join us

Act and influence the future

The future for Black Girls around the world is about to change, and wouldn't you love to be a part of it? When you mentor and inspire young black girls, you teach them that they can become leaders in their communities and professions. You change history because a mentored and equipped black girl is an empowered one - about to change her community and the world.

Learn and Grow

You get the opportunity to learn and develop mentoring skills and enhance your leadership and interpersonal skills. You also gain intellectual challenge by working on issues outside your day to day experience.

Help Shape the Black Community

Mentors are the link between what is and what could be. As a mentor, you have been down a similar road these black girls are currently on and can guide them to become better versions of themselves and achieve their full potential. When you help educate and empower a black girl, you raise a leader in the community who’s going to do bigger things, raise and inspire other black girls - in the black community and worldwide.