Global Mentorship Initiative

🌍 Preparing for the Future of Work We’re excited to invite our GMI community to a special #LinkedinLive conversation featuring Elizabeth Price, Chief People and Culture Office of First Advantage and Jon Browning, Founder & CEO of GMI. It’s a fantastic opportunity for #students, #mentors and professionals to learn directly from two high-profile industry leaders about how #AI is reshaping career journeys and what that means for the future of work. They’ll share insights on: - How AI has impacted corporate talent and leadership development - New career trajectories and must-have skills for early career professionals - How mentorship can help both mentees and mentors level up - Powerful lessons from their own career journeys As AI rapidly reshapes the skills needed for the future workplace, access to human insight, professional networks, and skill-building opportunities is more important than ever. This conversation will highlight how GMI and First Advantage are helping close opportunity gaps and connect students around the world with meaningful career pathways. We encourage GMI students and mentors to register, join live, and take part in the Q&A. We look forward to seeing many of you there!

🌱 Mentorship That Sustains Dreams: Ariana’s Story of Resilience and Impact At GMI, we see every day how mentorship can change the trajectory of a student’s life and Ariana Aranibar Tiñini is a powerful example of what happens when talent, courage, and support come together. Ariana is a Commercial Engineering graduate from Bolivia, now studying Marketing and Law, and already leading with purpose as the CEO & Co‑Founder of Munaska Bolivia, a Bolivian venture rooted in natural products, sustainability, and social impact. She is also an Education Activist, Digital Marketing Strategist, Project Coordinator, and proud Aymara leader dedicated to uplifting youth and communities across Latin America. During one of the most challenging seasons of her life, Ariana joined the GMI mentorship program while caring for her grandmother through cancer. She shared: “GMI mentorship helped me keep going, take baby steps, and believe that moving slowly does not mean falling behind… My mentor, Tracy Renn, helped me understand that progress can also happen slowly, through small steps, and that moving at a different pace does not make my journey less valuable.” With Tracy’s guidance, Ariana found the space to reorganize her goals, keep dreaming, and continue moving forward. That experience inspired her to become a mentor herself at LALA - Latin American Leadership Academy paying forward the same encouragement she received. Today, Ariana continues to lead with intention — from marketing strategy and youth development to cultural advocacy and social entrepreneurship. Her story reminds us that mentorship is not just about career readiness; it’s about helping students' build resilience and believing in someone’s potential when they need it most. This is the impact of mentorship. Made possible through partnerships with companies like 3M and advocates like ⭐️Raechelle Rainey Drakeford. This is the GMI community in action. Interested in getting involved? Partner with GMI to expand access to mentorship for underserved youth globally. https://lnkd.in/eEjSXznP

🤔 How can companies create meaningful, scalable employee engagement that works across global teams? For leaders like Renae (Murphy) Burress, the answer has been the same across multiple organizations: Global Mentorship Initiative. In this article, Burress (now Vice President of Diversity & Talent Experience at TruStage) shares why she has repeatedly introduced GMI to her employers, from startups to multinational enterprises. Her experience highlights what many partners discover: ✨ A truly global model that enables employees anywhere in the world to make an impact ✨ A structured, turnkey mentorship program that fits into busy schedules ✨ Stronger employee well‑being and leadership development ✨ Measurable social impact for students who lack access to professional networks Burress describes GMI’s approach as intentional, accessible, and deeply meaningful — for both students and employees. And that combination is why she continues to champion GMI everywhere she goes. If your organization is looking for a high‑impact, globally inclusive way to engage employees and strengthen your talent pipeline, this story is a powerful place to start. 👉 Read the full article #GlobalMentorshipInitiative #CorporatePartnerships #EmployeeEngagement #LeadershipDevelopment #SocialImpact #SkilledVolunteering #FutureOfWork #ESG #DEI #TalentExperience

📣 New Resource for Students: The GMI Career Planning Guide We’re excited to share our new Career Planning Guide, created to help students plan their careers with clarity and confidence. This practical, easy‑to‑follow guide walks students through the essential steps of career exploration, goal‑setting, and preparing for the transition into the workforce. Whether you're just starting to think about the future or ready to take the next step, this guide offers tools students can use right away. Download the guide for free today and share this valuable resource with a student or educator in your network. https://lnkd.in/gvwW2yRj #CareerReadiness #GlobalMentorshipInitiative #CareerPlanning #StudentSuccess #MentorshipMatters

Strong leaders aren’t defined by their titles — they’re defined by how they lift others. Mentoring with GMI gives professionals a real way to grow as leaders by guiding a student through real‑world challenges. Thousands of GMI mentors are strengthening their leadership skills while making a global impact. ✨ One hour a week 🌍 Global reach 🚀 Real career difference 💲Company match multiplies your impact

Your leadership can help unlock the future for young people across the globe. Through Global Mentorship Initiative, experienced professionals mentor emerging leaders and help them build the confidence, skills, and opportunities they deserve. If you’re looking for a meaningful way to give back, this is your opportunity. In just a few hours each month, you can help a student build critical skills, grow their confidence, and take real steps toward their career goals—while gaining fresh perspective and strengthening your own leadership along the way. Across the world, mentors are already stepping up — and seeing their own leadership grow in the process. Join the global movement today! ✨ One hour a week 🌍 Global reach 🚀 Real career difference 💲Company match multiplies your impact