EIANZ WA Division's 2026 Mentoring Program connects experienced environmental professionals with early-career practitioners seeking guidance to advance their professional development.

Why mentoring?

Mentoring is a transformative tool for environmental professionals at every career stage.

For students and early career practitioners seeking to further their professional development, mentoring can be invaluable in helping to realise the steps to growth, and as a support in navigating tricky workplace dilemmas where the right choice is not always clear. For experienced professionals, mentoring offers an opportunity to shape emerging talent while refining their own leadership capabilities through teaching, motivating others, and providing constructive feedback in challenging conversations.

Recognising the value of a multi-disciplinary approach to progress environmental practice and advocate to improve sustainability outcomes, the program welcomes participation from Sustainability, Environment, Social and Heritage practitioners.

Benefits of professional mentoring

As a mentee, a strong mentoring relationship offers:

• Access to a confidential forum for independent and objective advice
• Clarity and direction in defining your career path
• Guidance and support during times of change or transition
• Connections to new opportunities and professional networks in the industry
• Deeper industry knowledge, easing the transition from university to professional practice

For mentors, the program provides opportunities to:

• Develop and strengthen your leadership capabilities
• Shape and support the next generation of practitioners
• Earn CPD hours and points
• Share your expertise and experience with emerging professionals
• Reflect on your own practice, gain fresh perspectives and reinvigorate your career objectives

The 2026 program

The Mentoring Program runs from March to December 2026, with several key events and touchpoints:

• Launch and speed pairing event (March 2026) – all eligible mentees and mentors are invited to attend this interactive session. The event provides an introduction to the program structure and expectations.
• Initial mentoring session – after pairing, you'll schedule your first session with your mentor/mentee, and agree on the frequency and format of ongoing catch-ups.
• Ongoing program support – throughout the year, we will provide curated mentoring themes for guidance and regular check-ins to support your mentoring journey.
• Mid-year event – join fellow participants to share insights and learn from others' experiences.
• End-of-year celebration (December 2026) – come together to reflect on your growth and celebrate achievements.

Cost

Mentees: free for mentees who are EIANZ members and $75 for non-members.

Mentors: free for mentors.

How to participate?

Register via the mentor or mentee buttons below to be considered for this program. On the registration page please make sure you fill in the mentor / mentee forms which will help us pair you with a suitable mentor / mentee. Please register before Friday, 27 February 2026, after which registrations will close.

ReGISTER AS A MENTEE →

REGISTER AS A MENTOR →

What happens next?

You will be notified of your pairing in March 2026.

If you are not successfully paired, mentees who paid a participation fee will receive a refund.

If you have any questions regarding the program please refer to the FAQ's document here →

Join us for this popular and rewarding program!

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