The IAF mentoring program

The IAF mentoring program connects members in a supportive, one-to-one relationship designed to build facilitation skills, confidence, and a stronger connection to the IAF community.

Mentees are paired with experienced Certified™ Professional Facilitators (CPFs) from around the world, based on their goals, interests, and availability. The program runs over six months and includes tools, resources, and orientation sessions to guide the mentoring relationship.

To participate, mentees must be an IAF member, and pay a one-time program fee. Mentors must be an IAF member and CPF. This is a free opportunity for mentors since they will be donating their time in mentorship.

Have a question? Please contact programs@iaf-world.org

view the list of mentors (for registrants only)

Mentees

To participate as a mentee in the IAF Mentoring Program, you must:

Be a current IAF member
Commit to a 6-month mentoring relationship, including a minimum of 6 sessions with your mentor
Complete the mentee registration form and submit a registration fee of US$125
Attend an information session (or complete the provided asynchronous learning module) to understand how the program works
Commit to provide feedback on your experience

Please note: the registration fee is non-refundable once your mentoring relationship has begun.

Mentors

To participate as a mentor in the IAF Mentoring Program, you must:

Be a current IAF member
Hold the IAF Certified™ Professional Facilitator (CPF) designation
Commit to a 6-month mentoring relationship, including a minimum of 6 sessions with each mentee you agree to mentor
Complete the mentor registration form
Attend an information session (or complete the provided asynchronous learning module) on mentoring skills and how the program works
Commit to provide feedback on your experience

Sorry! IAF Certifed™ Assessors are not eligible to be mentors due to potential conficts of interest.

From a mentor in Croatia

“It was an inspiring partnership of learning and exploration, lots of deep
learning seasoned with fun and laugh, and I loved every minute of it!
Thank you to my mentee for her trust and commitment to the journey,
and thank you, IAF, for creating the space for this to happen.”

From a mentee in Romania

“I want to express my appreciation for IAF’s mentoring initiative. This opportunity has been incredibly valuable, helping me gain clarity, deepen my reflections, and shape my next steps with greater confidence. I am especially grateful to my mentor for her guidance – her insights, presence, and flexibility made this experience both meaningful and impactful.”