Overview

Welcome to the YDM Global Mentorship Project. We connect aspiring family doctors with experienced mentors to support professional development, reduce isolation, and prevent burnout. Together, we work to strengthen primary care and ensure every family has a family doctor.

About the Project

The Young Doctor Movements (YDMs) presents a global mentorship pilot project for young doctors from Africa, Iberoamerica, and South Asia.

Aims of the Project

• Support the development of young doctors and strengthen primary care.
• Encourage young doctors to pursue a career in family medicine and join WONCA.
• Provide a forum to share best practices by publishing the mentor-mentee experience.

Project Leads: Dr Sankha Randenikumara, Dr Chan Yuen Ching, Cheryl

Co-leads: Dr Maira Alejandra León Solarte, Dr Kinley Bhuti

Prerequisites for Mentees

• Be an active member of a Young Doctors' Movement from Africa (AfriWON), Iberoamerica (Waynakay), or South Asia (Spice Route).
• Meet the requirements for a Young Doctor as outlined in the WONCA YDM guidelines (within five years post-qualification or a family medicine/GP trainee).
• Show commitment to the mentorship project and maintain an ongoing relationship with your mentor.

Calling for Mentors

• Your experience in family medicine can greatly benefit our young doctors.
• Prior mentoring experience is preferred but not essential.
• Commit to an ongoing relationship with your mentee.

How to Join

1. Fill in your personal details and answer the questions in the form.
2. Mentors and mentees are matched based on interests, language, time zones, and expectations.

Mentorship Program

Program Structure

The program pairs young doctors with experienced mentors based on shared interests, language, time zones, and cultural factors. Meetings are held virtually every two months, with additional sessions as needed. The program runs for two years.

Guidelines for Mentors and Mentees

Structured guidelines help ensure a productive mentoring relationship. Download Mentorship Guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time commitment? Meetings are suggested every two months, but you may communicate more often if needed.

How are matches made? Matching is based on interests, language, time zones, and cultural factors.

How long is the program? The program runs for two years, with an annual evaluation.

Get Involved

For Mentors

Become a mentor and help shape the future of family medicine. Your guidance can make a lasting difference in a young doctor’s career. Apply Here.

For Mentees

Join our program to gain valuable insights from experienced family doctors. We welcome young doctors from AfriWON, Waynakay, and Spice Route regions. Apply Here.