I want to be a mentor
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“The Green Mentor program is one of the things that gives me hope about how the forest sector will grow in the future. We need more young people like [my mentee] to help move things forward. We also need young people to see what modern, sustainable forestry is all about so they can see themselves in a green career.”
“The Green Mentor program is one of the things that gives me hope about how the forest sector will grow in the future. We need more young people like [my mentee] to help move things forward. We also need young people to see what modern, sustainable forestry is all about so they can see themselves in a green career.”
Do you want to inspire the future generation of forest and conservation leaders? Apply below to become a Green Mentor.
Mentors in PLT Canada’s Green Mentor Program are committed to helping youth (ages 18–30) enhance their potential and identify new career paths in the forest and conservation sectors. Mentors make a three-month commitment and ensure they can meet their mentee 2–3 hours per month (in person or virtually).
About our Green Mentor program
Apply as a Green Mentor
To apply as a mentor, you will:
- Have over three years of professional experience in the forest and conservation sector.
- Meet your mentee(s) wherever they are in their career path by listening and providing constructive feedback.
- Be open to new ideas and value diverse perspectives.
Expectations of Green Mentors
When you are accepted as a mentor, you will need to:
- Act as a caring and positive role model as your mentee develops their career pathways and experience the workplace.
- Participate in goal development and reflection practices with your mentee to ensure they have the capacity to direct the mentorship relationship.
- Demonstrate leadership and strong communication skills.
- Provide opportunities to discuss and model soft skills, such as work-life balance, critical thinking, communications, problem solving, and personal wellness.
- Work collaboratively with PLT Canada to ensure that you and your mentee are satisfied with the program.
- Learn mentorship best practices. This may include online webinars and training modules, in addition to your own initiatives.
Program timeline
Month 1What are my objectives? Who am I? |
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Month 2What are my opportunities? Who do I want to become, and how do I get there? |
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Month 3How do I take action? What is my plan? |
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Applying means you understand and commit to the requirements and expectations listed above.
Green Mentor inquiry form
The application is currently closed. Please email Dominic.Weeks@forests.org with any questions.
