Welcome to the Women in AI Benelux Mentorship Program—a vibrant, supportive community dedicated to empowering women in AI and tech to achieve their goals and unlock their full potential.
Since its launch in 2022, the program has connected and empowered over 120 mentors and mentees across diverse industries, career levels, and backgrounds.
Next programs:
Wave 5: March 1, 2025 – July 1, 2025
Wave 6: September 1, 2025 – January 15, 2026
Receive personalized mentorship designed to help you navigate challenges, set clear goals, and accelerate your career.
Join a supportive network of like-minded professionals who share your ambition and passion for AI and tech.
Get practical, real-world advice from experienced mentors who are committed to helping you grow.
Connect with industry leaders, mentors, and peers to open doors to new opportunities and collaborations.
Each wave of the Mentorship Program spans four months, with carefully designed steps to ensure participants get the most out of their experience.
Onboarding to Hyve Platform
The journey begins with access to Hyve, a shared online platform where mentors and mentees connect, communicate, and manage their progress.
Kickoff Event: Inspiring Connections
The program officially kicks off with an in-person event.
Mid-Term Check-In
Halfway through the program, we organize mid-term check-ins for mentors and mentees separately.
Continuous Engagement
Our mentor network is as diverse as it is dynamic, including entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, venture capitalists, and other industry professionals from a wide range of backgrounds and countries.
While the program focuses on supporting female mentees, we warmly welcome mentors of all genders to bring their unique perspectives to this inclusive and supportive environment.
Shape the Future: Guide talented mentees in navigating their careers, building confidence, and driving impactful innovation in AI and tech.
Expand Your Network: Connect with like-minded professionals, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders, opening doors to meaningful collaborations and opportunities.
Grow Personally and Professionally: Mentoring is a two-way experience—Gain fresh perspectives, refine your leadership skills, and stay connected to the next wave of AI advancements.
Contribute to a Greater Cause: Play a pivotal role in fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion within the AI and tech landscape.
Mentoring goes beyond giving advice—it’s about empowering others to find their unique path, build resilience, and achieve their aspirations.
Our mentees represent a diverse and vibrant community of women, including young professionals from fields such as engineering, entrepreneurship, education, research, and the arts, as well as students and graduates. Our participants hail from industries like marketing, finance, IT, and government, creating a global network that spans multiple continents and cultures.
Get hands-on support: With the help of an accountability partner, you’ll set clear goals, create actionable plans, and stay on track to achieve your aspirations.
Expand Your Network: Build meaningful relationships with mentors and peers who open new doors to new opportunities and fresh perspectives.
Develop Skills and Confidence: Learn from experienced professionals who share insights tailored to your career path and ambitions.
Boost Your Growth: You steer the conversations, set objectives, and actively engage with the opportunities your mentor brings to the table.
Here, you can find answers to the most commonly asked questions about our program. Whether you’re a mentor or a mentee, we’ve got you covered with information on how the program works, what to expect, and how to make the most of your experience. If you have any additional questions, feel free to reach out to one of our program team members.
For mentees a mentor is an accountability partner. You as a mentee have the power to steer by setting out goals and deadlines with your mentor. Most mentors will gladly open up their network to you, but it’s important to actively use & engage by taking ownership of possibilities in reach during the program.
Our diverse mentor network spans entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, venture capitalists, and other professionals from a variety of industries and countries. While the program is focused on supporting female mentees, we enthusiastically welcome mentors of all genders to contribute their unique insights, shaping the future of AI through guidance and collaboration in an inclusive and supportive environment.
The next wave starts on March 1, 2025.