Building the Next Generation of Women Leaders in Risk, Sustainability, Compliance and Controls

The Women in Risk, Sustainability, Compliance and Controls (WINRISC), an advocacy platform of the Association of Enterprise Risk Management Professionals (AERMP), is pleased to announce the launch of its inaugural Women Leading Forward Mentorship Programme (Pilot Cohort 2026)

The programme represents a significant milestone in WINRISC’s commitment to developing, connecting, empowering and elevating women professionals while strengthening the future leadership pipeline within the profession.

About the Programme

The WINRISC Women Leading Forward Mentorship Programme is a structured six-month development journey that will connect experienced leaders with emerging professionals through meaningful mentorship relationships.

Participants will benefit from:

• Structured mentor-mentee engagement
• Leadership and career development support
• Professional networking opportunities
• Knowledge sharing and practical insights
• Community learning sessions
• Long-term professional growth opportunities

The programme will run through four key phases:

1. Foundation
2. Development
3. Application
4. Conclusion

The inaugural cohort is scheduled to run from July to December 2026, culminating in a graduation ceremony and the launch of the WINRISC Mentorship Alumni Network.

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Call for Mentors

WINRISC is inviting accomplished professionals to serve as mentors and help shape the next generation of women leaders.

Who Can Apply?

Applicants should possess:

• A minimum of 10 years of professional experience
• At least 5 years in leadership or specialist roles
• Demonstrated leadership and people-development experience
• A passion for mentoring and empowering women
• Commitment to the six-month programme

Why Become a Mentor?

As a mentor, you will:

• Make meaningful impact
• Share your expertise and experience
• Expand your professional network
• Help strengthen the future leadership pipeline
• Leave a lasting legacy within the profession

Mentor Application

Apply here: HERE

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Call for Mentees

WINRISC also invites ambitious women professionals seeking guidance, growth and leadership development to apply as mentees.

Who Can Apply?

• Women professionals working in Risk, Sustainability, Compliance, Controls and related fields
• Early-career to mid-career professionals
• Individuals committed to personal and professional development
• Professionals able to commit to the full six-month programme

Benefits of Joining as a Mentee

Participants will:

• Be matched with experienced mentors
• Receive personalised guidance
• Expand their professional network
• Participate in learning sessions and fireside chats
• Access resources to support their development
• Build confidence and leadership capability

Mentee Application

Apply here: HERE

Important Dates

A Call to Lead Forward

The WINRISC Women Leading Forward Mentorship Programme is more than a mentorship initiative, it is an investment in the future of the profession.

Whether you are an experienced leader ready to guide others or an emerging professional eager to accelerate your growth, this programme offers an opportunity to contribute to and benefit from a thriving community of women committed to excellence.

Mentor. Inspire. Transform.

Learn. Grow. Lead