Our Mission
Re-imagining the face of leadership through the unique strengths of women of color
Our Vision
Unlock the secrets of success for women of color through the power of mentorship
Our Position
We tap into the unique cultural strengths of women of color to create long-term personal and professional success
This is for you if you are a woman of color who is an emerging leader: you are currently working in a for-profit or non-profit company AND you manage others as part of your role. Ideally, you will have 5 or more years of work experience.
On-going mentorship and support from your peers and senior women across a spectrum of industries. Learn from the C-Suite and other successful female leaders who are here to help you take your career to the next level. Benefit from the give and take of exchanging ideas and tips.
WOC RISING provides 4 sessions for the cohort year. Each session will have 1 virtual training and 1 in-person training each – totaling 4 virtual trainings and 4 in-person trainings.
WOC RISING also offers 1-1 mentoring sessions with volunteer mentors. Schedule of availability for 1-1 mentoring is dependent on the mentor.
The WOC RISING fee is $150 for the cohort year. Scholarships available.
We’re excited you’re interested in the Women of Color Rising mentorship circle! This program is for you if you’re a woman of color who is an emerging leader: you currently work in a for-profit or nonprofit organization AND you manage others as part of your role. Ideally, you will have 5+ years of work experience.
Applications for the upcoming 2026-2027 cohort will close on February 27, 2026. You will be contacted about your application status on March 17, 2026.
