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Global Mentoring Walk

Amsterdam, 30 of March 2025

Inspiration. Support. Growth.

This is the 6th edition of the event organized under the patronage of Vital Voices. This year, our special guest will be Anke Tusveld, an expert in talent development and authentic leadership, and the author of the book “Fit in or Stand Out.”

You can participate as a mentor, mentee, or sponsor.

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What is the Global Mentoring Walk?

The Global Mentoring Walk is an initiative inspired by the mission of Vital Voices, aimed at supporting and empowering women worldwide.

This unique event brings together women from around the globe, promoting the idea of mentorship and fostering future leaders.

It’s a day filled with inspiration, where participants have the chance to build meaningful connections and exchange experiences in an informal and friendly atmosphere. Walking amidst the beauty of nature, mentors and mentees explore new perspectives together and inspire each other to take action!

Phot by Vital Voices from the Post: GLOBAL MENTORING WALKS 20217 
Licensed under Attribution-NoDerivatives 4.0 International (CC BY-ND 4.0)

Lightning the path.

The motto of this year's edition.

This year, we will focus on two areas of development

Professional career development

Mentoring is a true catalyst for career development! It’s not just about sharing experiences, but above all, it’s an inspiring journey that helps you understand your strengths, overcome obstacles, and make sound career decisions. Mentoring opens doors to new opportunities, allows you to build valuable connections, and provides a unique perspective from someone who has already walked a similar path. It’s a relationship built on trust, support, and inspiration, giving you the courage to reach for more. If you want to accelerate your career growth, find signposts on your career path, and unlock your full potential – mentoring could be your key to success!

Building your personal brand and your own business

Mentoring is the key to success in building your personal brand and growing your own business! It’s much more than just advice – it’s a collaboration with a mentor who becomes your trusted partner in the business start-up or development of your company. In a safe and open environment, you can confront your ideas, test strategies, understand challenges, and discover new opportunities. Mentoring gives you the space to explore your potential, avoid mistakes, and reach your goals faster, while also building an authentic brand that attracts clients and partners. Together with your mentor, you can confidently shape your future, bring your visions to life, and fulfill your dreams!

Why should you participate
as a Mentee?

Open yourself to new opportunities and gain access to the experience and knowledge of inspiring leaders! In an intimate setting, you’ll discover new perspectives, practical tips, and valuable strategies to effectively advance your career. In addition to motivation and confidence, you’ll gain valuable contacts that could open doors to new professional opportunities.

This is your chance to discover new perspectives and take a step toward professional success!

Why should you become a Mentor?

Share your knowledge, inspire future leaders, and support their growth! Become a mentor and gain a unique opportunity to enhance your leadership skills, build valuable relationships, and help ambitious women on their path to success.

Your contribution can have a real impact on their future – join today!

Why should you support the Global Mentoring Walk?

Support the global development of women! By co-hosting our event, you promote diversity and strengthen your brand's image as innovative and socially engaged. It’s a unique opportunity to show that your company supports professional growth and plays a key role in initiating positive change.

Together, we can inspire and create a better future – become part of this mission!

What role can you play in the Global Mentoring Walk?

Mentee

A Mentee is someone who benefits from the knowledge, experience, and support of a mentor, striving for personal or professional growth. They are open to learning, reflection, and gaining new perspectives, which helps them achieve their goals. In the mentoring relationship, the mentee gains not only valuable guidance but also motivation and confidence in overcoming challenges. They are an active participant in the process, maximizing the value of this unique collaboration through their engagement.

Mentor

A Mentor is an experienced individual who shares their knowledge, skills, and perspective to support the development of others. They serve as a guide, inspirer, and advisor, helping the mentee overcome challenges and achieve goals. The mentor’s role is not to impose solutions but to stimulate reflection and strengthen the mentee’s independence. It is a relationship based on trust, where both parties benefit by learning from each other.

What does the Global Mentoring Walk look like?

Our event is an inspiring day that begins with impactful speeches from exceptional speakers and the first meeting of mentor-mentee pairs. The next highlight is the mentoring walk in the picturesque Amsterdamse Bos Park – the perfect setting for conversations, exchanging experiences, and building relationships surrounded by nature.

To wrap up, we invite everyone to a relaxed networking session, where participants can exchange contacts, share their impressions, and celebrate the time spent together. Even when the weather surprises us, the unwavering enthusiasm and positive energy of the participants ensure that this event is always unforgettable!

Amsterdam, 30 of March 2025

Agenda

An Inspiring Story

Global Reach of the Event:

The Global Mentoring Walk takes place worldwide, in over 50 countries. Since its inception in 2008, the event has brought together thousands of participants, building a global community of women who share experiences, support, and inspiration.

An Inspiring Format – Walking and Talking:

A unique feature of GMW is its mentoring walks, which combine meaningful conversations with outdoor physical activity. This format fosters openness, relationship-building, and a more relaxed exchange of experiences compared to traditional business meetings or workshops.

A Visionary Founder Committed to Equality:

GMW was founded by Dorothy Domeste, who aimed to create a platform for women worldwide to explore their professional potential, establish valuable connections, and receive support from experienced mentors. Her vision has united women in an inspiring movement rooted in collaboration and equality.

Join us!

Don’t wait to make your decision, as spots are limited!

Choose your role and register for the Global Mentoring Walk.

MENTOR

Share your knowledge and experience

MENTEE

Take advantage of the mentors' experience

SPONSOR

Support the development of women in your community

Event Partners

Thank you to our partners and sponsors for your support! Thanks to you, we are able to fulfill our mission of supporting the professional development of women.

Do you have any questions?

Contact us for more information about Global Mentoring Walk 2025. We are here to answer any questions!

Global Mentoring Walk Archive

The concept of the Global Mentoring Walk originates from the American media icon, founder and former CEO of Oxygen Media, Geraldine Laybourne, who started mentoring walks to empower young professionals in New York and across the United States.

Attributing much of her success in the American entertainment industry to mentoring, Ms. Laybourne stated, “Why have so many of us succeeded? Because we had a mentoring perspective. We helped each other.”

In 2008, Geraldine shared her strategy with the leaders of Vital Voices, who immediately decided to implement it. What started with one leader grew into a global movement. In 2017, Polish Professional Women in The Netherlands (PPW), inspired by Vital Voices, joined the movement.

The idea of the Global Mentoring Walk aligns with the goals of PPW, which are to integrate and support professionals in achieving their career objectives.

A recollection of the first Global Mentoring Walk in the Netherlands:

A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.

Join the Global Mentoring Walk and take that first step today!

Inspiring and being inspired

Gain a new perspective and valuable insights on your professional journey

Building lasting relationships

Enrich your network with unique and valuable individuals

Strengthening leadership

Learn and develop your leadership skills in an atmosphere of support and trust

Zdjęcie zostanie wykorzystane do materiałow promujących wydarzenie, identyfikatora i komunikacji mentor/mentee

UWAGA! Do uczestnictwa wymagana jest opłata administracyjna 29 euro. Po wypełnieniu formularza zostaniesz przekierowana do płatności. Twoje miejsce w wydarzeniu zostanie zarezerwowane po zrealizowaniu płatności.

Zdjęcie zostanie wykorzystane do materiałow promujących wydarzenie, identyfikatora i komunikacji mentor/mentee

Dziękujemy  za zainteresowanie sponsorowaniem wydarzenia. Wypełnij poniższy formularz podając proponowaną datę i godzinę rozmowy. Skontaktujemy się z Tobą w celu omówienia warunków sponsoringu.

The photo will be used for event promotion materials, the ID badge, and mentor/mentee communication

NOTE! A €29 participation fee is required to participate. After completing the form, you will be redirected to the payment page. Your spot at the event will be reserved once the payment is completed.

The photo will be used for event promotion materials, the ID badge, and mentor/mentee communication

Thank you for your interest in sponsoring the event. Please fill out the form below, providing your proposed date and time for a meeting. We will contact you to discuss the sponsorship terms.