Mentoring for SECNA members
SECNA invites members to access help and guidance through virtual, group peer mentoring sessions generously supported by The City of Sydney.
How does it work?
One SECNA member receives mentoring on a topic of their choice by the group of attendees who have joined the call (SECNA Operations team, other SECNA members, industry peers, experts etc.) The session is facilitated by SECNA. Mentees are sent an email summary of the call post session.
Session format:
Introductions - All (5 mins)
Overview of mentoring topic - Mentee (5 mins)
Open and curious questions followed by guidance and recommendations - All (45 mins)
Wrap-up - SECNA (5 mins)
When are the mentoring sessions?
Tuesday 1:00-2:00pm
Thursday 10:00-11:00am
Who can participate?
Mentoring is available to SECNA members and others by invitation (e.g. industry experts).
Members that would prefer to listen versus contribute to the discussion are encouraged to join the session.
What topics are being covered in upcoming mentoring sessions?
Scroll below to see a list of upcoming mentees and topics being discussed.
How do I book to receive mentoring?
Complete the booking form to secure your mentoring timeslot.
Upcoming mentoring topics
August
Tuesday August 5, 1-2 PM: Catherine King; I'm developing a social impact intermediary to channel to bridge gaps between services and funders.
Tuesday August 12 - no mentoring available
Thursday August 14, 10-11 AM: Arti Agrawal, Vividhata; How to access funding for social enterprises focused on systemic change over service delivery.
Tuesday August 19, 1-2 PM: Mel Hilsenbeck, Meditate with Mel; I’m starting a social enterprise to bring meditation to under-served groups..
Thursday August 21, 10-11 AM: Heidi Forbes, Arthur Alley Studio; Startup in Arts Sector, early stages towards verification.
Tuesday August 26, 1-2 PM: Diane Longworth; I’m starting a hub for maternity care for non-mainstream clients.
Thursday August 28, 10-11 AM: Jenny Newman, Removals for Hope; We’re in a growth phases and are seeking partnerships with government and non-government bodies.
Thursday mentoring spots available for August/Tuesday & Thursday spots available for September - enquire now
July
Thursday July 31, 10-11 AM: Sunita Kotnala, Women’s Shed Canberra; SEDI Funding, Protecting IP
How do I register to listen in/contribute to a mentoring session?
Select a timeslot below and click 'add to calendar' to when you receive a confirmation email.
Mentoring feedback
“Wow this is next level amazing ..... amazing ..... amazing thank you
our conversation gave me so much more insight into HR and employment and also gave me confidence. All the tools you have shared with me and the tips and tricks is so super helpful thank you so much”
“Thank you for your time, inputs and follow up! I have actioned a number of suggestions and some are work in progress.”
FAQs
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The sessions aren’t recorded. SECNA used Zoom AI Companion to generate meeting summaries. The meeting summary is checked and sent to registered participants (only) after the session.
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The mentoring sessions are generously supported by City of Sydney and available to SECNA members. There is no cost for SECNA members to participate in the sessions.
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SECNA members can access support to test and evaluate or ask questions about social impact measurement tools for social enterprises through SECNA’s social impact measurement program. Find out more Social Impact Measurement — SECNA
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Great to hear! Please contact the SECNA team at hello@secna.org.au with a brief overview of your skills/expertise and we’ll be in touch to discuss how you could support the mentoring program.
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While we encourage members to participate in group mentoring to benefit from the group's diverse perspectives and experiences, we understand a group setting isn't the most suitable option for everyone.
If you would like to book a time for a 30min 1:1 mentoring session with SECNA. please contact us at hello@secna.org.au