PROGRAM Partners
We‘re looking for volunteer mentors who are ready to make a difference!
Your knowledge and time can help protect and restore forests by working with the United Nations Environmental Program, the Korea Forest Services, the Institute for Innovation and Development, and Bridge for Billions in Vietnam!
Mentor a local business project working on preserving and restoring the local forests.
DISCOVER THE PROGRAM
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the Korea Forest Service (KFS), and Bridge for Billions joined forces to create a complete 4-moths free business training program to support 100 business projects across Vietnam.
The goal of the program is to help local projects connect, structure, and improve their business models, and contribute to the local economy and forest protection.
We’re looking for experienced professionals -like you- to help us make a significant impact by sharing your knowledge with entrepreneurs in Vietnam.
If you’re looking for a purposeful volunteering experience, this transformative program is definitely for you!
Want to learn more?
Join our info sessions to get details, find out how to apply, and ask questions.
why participate?
Make an impact
Professionally support early-stage projects that are working towards forest restoration and sustainability in Vietnam.
Be part of our community and network
Join a group of purpose-driven professionals in the region and globally with male and female mentors. Participate in networking events with other professionals, entrepreneurs, industry experts, and the program partners.
Evolve as a mentor together with your mentee
Connect with the entrepreneur behind the project you're most interested in. Our program combines robust online content with weekly mentoring sessions between you and your mentee to create truly successful companies. As a mentor, you will receive a clear structure, regular check-ins and access to Bridge for Billions business methodology.
Learn more about the methodology here
Increase your mentorship and leadership skills while you do it
Develop your skills to become a great mentor: Past mentors have reported increasing their listening skills, leadership skills, coaching skills, critical thinking skills, as well as business skills.
Receive a certificate
Upon completing the 6 months of mentoring, you will earn a certificate recognizing all the skills you developed along the way and the significant impact you had.
Anytime and place
Our program can be 100% online for mentors. Collaborate from anywhere, anytime through our online platform. No barriers, limits or excuses: just internet connection.
Become a MENTOR if you:
- Are interested in generating a tangible impact in regional economic development, as well as social and environmental sustainability.
- You have at least 5 years of professional or academic experience in business, innovation, finance and/or forest related activities.
- Are passionate about entrepreneurship and local livelihoods, and are willing to support them to further develop.
- Have knowledge of entrepreneurship concepts and mentoring skills on topics such as business model, financial projections, marketing plan, competitive analysis, etc. Have a reliable internet connection and access to a computer/laptop that you can use regularly.
- Have a reliable internet connection and access to a computer/laptop that you can use regularly.
- You are available to commit for the entire duration of the program. Approximately 1.5 hours per week for 6 months (this includes the time you will need to dedicate to meeting with the entrepreneur, reviewing your work on the platform and participating in the different online sessions).
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DEADLINE: march, 13th 2024
Timeline
Announcement of selected mentors:
Week of March 25th
The selected mentors will be officially notified of their successful selection to be part of the program.
Onboarding Entrepreneurs and Mentors:
Week of March 25th
We will deliver a session to explain in detail the program phases and milestones, and get to know each other.
Mentors and Entrepreneurs Matching:
Early April
Mentors will choose from potential participants who they would like to work with, and schedule mutual interviews to match with a entrepreneur for the program!
HAVE QUESTIONS, NEED ASSISTANCE, OR WANT TO LEARN MORE?
No problem, we’re here to help.
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- This program is part of the international initiative
