The first edition of the program was initiated in July 2022 by Women In International Security Poland, with the generous support of Northrop Grumman Corporation. This partnership is continued for 2024 with the second edition of the Mentoring Program introduced below.
The WIIS POLAND – NGC Young Female Leaders in Security Mentoring Program 2023-2024 is addressed to female students and young graduates from Polish universities, who are interested in pursuing their future careers in the area of international security, defense and peace studies. The program will gather 15 talented female students and 15 experienced mentors for a 10 months life-changing experience based on individual mentoring, skills-training sessions, study-visits and participation in the 2024 Warsaw Security Forum.
The program goal is to provide female participants with the tools and network required to successfully navigate the world of international security and defense, as well as overcome challenges faced by women in industry. The program will be held fully in English and will include 4 skills and competencies training sessions (3 in-person and 1 online), as well as an inauguration and graduation ceremonies. Additionally, the participants will have a chance to be invited to defense & security sector events, to deepen their networking and knowledge. The program will conclude with mentees and mentors participating in the 2024 Warsaw Security Forum.
Young Female Leaders in Security Mentoring Program 2023-2024 is a full scholarship program, which covers programming and full board for all participants.
*The program does not cover travel costs of participants to live sessions and accommodation in Warsaw.
”Our mission is profoundly important: Advancing the role of women in the field of international peace and security will be one of the keys to advancing peace and security in our world in the 21st century.
Submit your application
Present your carrer goals
Meet your mentor
Attend training sessions
Become a female leader in Security
The application process is highly competitive and is addressed to applicants meeting the following requirements:
Profile:
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female students (undergraduate and graduate students, Ph.D. candidates & young graduates) pursuing different fields related to defense, security, peace studies, military and/or STEM OR young female professionals in the mentioned fields (0-3 years of experience).
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Nationality: Polish or Ukrainian;
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Age: between 20-30 years old;
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Language: English proficiency, at least B2 level (certificate not required).
Application Process:
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Fill in the application form with personal and opinion-based questions
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attach your CV and other supporting documents (Letter of Motivation, Letter to Mentor)
Candidates will be selected based on the information provided in their online application form. Please note that the information provided in the „short bio” section in the application form will be used in project materials and added to the website, unless otherwise requested.
Documents needed in the application:
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Resume (in English)
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Letter of Motivation (in English) (Please explain what is your motivation to participate in a mentoring program)
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Letter to Mentor (in English) (Please explain what would be your expectations from engaging with a mentor; what goals would you like to set for yourself in the next 5 years.)
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Optional: Letter of Recommendation for Program (in English or Polish)
Program timetable:
Call for Applications
List of Mentees and Mentors Announced
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Official in-person commencement event of the Mentoring Program
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Study visit to Northrop Grumman
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Group Mentoring Kick-Off
Online/offline sessions with a dedicated mentor.
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Goals settings
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Calendar of in-pair meetings
Skills and Competencies Training session (in person, Warsaw)
Skills and Competencies Training session (online, ZOOM)
Skills and Competencies Training session (in person, Warsaw)
Skills and Competencies Training session (in person, Warsaw)
Defence & security sector events
Participation in the 2024 Warsaw Security Forum and WIIS Annual Working Breakfast
Graduation Ceremony of the Young Female Leaders Mentoring Program 2023-2024 hosted by the Women in International Security Poland & Northrop Grumman
The project is organized thanks to the support of
Northrop Grumman
