Washington, DC

Diaspora Mentorship

CGS USA mentorship connects students and early-career professionals with experienced members of the diaspora and wider policy community for time-limited guidance on research, public service, journalism, development, and related fields.

Program principles

  1. Clear goals, duration, meeting expectations, and boundaries.
  2. Fair selection criteria and no promise of employment, admission, immigration support, funding, or professional licensure.
  3. Respect for confidentiality with stated limits for safety and legal obligations.
  4. No harassment, exploitation, financial solicitation, or undisclosed conflicts.
  5. Additional safeguards and parental consent if the program ever includes minors; otherwise participation is limited to adults.

Join the interest list

Mentorship is a later phase of the diaspora program. Tell us you want to take part and we will be in touch when it opens.