WHF Mentorship Program 2026-27

You are invited to join Women in Housing and Finance’s Sixth Annual Mentoring Program. Please consider participating as either a Mentor or Mentee. Space is limited! 

Applications are due Friday, October 9th, 2026

This one-on-one mentoring program is designed to empower talented women in the Affordable Housing Industry and cultivate a community of thought leaders and influencers.  

Time Commitment:     

  • ·       In Person Kick-off event week of October 26th
  • Minimum 1 hour per month between November 2026 - May 2027 
    • Virtual or In-Person (your choice)
  • In Person Mid-Year Check-in February 2027
Program Benefits for Mentees - Mentee Application 
  • WHF members can apply to be a Mentee (and it's free)!
  • Mentees may learn from mentors, guest speakers, and peers
  • A structured and supportive environment where you can:
    •  Assess personal strengths & identify opportunities for development
    • Focus on building capabilities for current role and your career
    •  Accelerate the learning process and professional network
  • Focus on building capabilities for current role and your career
  • Accelerate the learning process and professional network
Program Benefits for Mentors - Mentor Application
  • Any interested participants can apply to be a Mentor (you do not need to be a WHF Member to be a WHF Mentor)
  • Enhance your leadership and mentoring skills
  • Support the professional growth of women by sharing knowledge and expertise
  • A collaborative learning environment in which you learn from the experience and perspective of your mentee

Please contact Michelle Ponce or Valerie Leon with any questions regarding this program at [email protected] 

Thank you to our sponsor: 

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