European Women's Management Development International Network

Last weekend, the 2026 Mentoring Program of EWMD officially launched in Munich. Ten mentoring tandems began a 12-month journey designed to foster shared learning, cross-generational growth, and professional development.

Mentoring has a proven impact on career progression, self-confidence, and personal growth. At EWMD, we believe that leadership development is most effective when it is relational and reciprocal. Our 2026 program is built on the principle of co-mentoring “Give & Take”: experienced leaders share their leadership experience, strategic insight, and knowledge, while emerging leaders contribute new perspectives, skills, and innovative thinking. Everyone benefits from the exchange.

The program combines 1:1 mentoring sessions with collaborative workshops, offering a structured learning journey over the course of 12 months. Participants also benefit from cross-chapter and cross-industry exchange, building networks that extend beyond individual tandems.

The Kick-Off in Munich created an atmosphere of openness, curiosity, and inspiration. Conversations were lively, perspectives were challenged, and energy flowed across the room, perfectly reflecting our 2026 motto: Now.Build.Tomorrow.Together.

This initiative exemplifies how EWMD continues to strengthen leadership that lasts and how our network creates tangible, lasting impact for women across generations and industries.

We look forward to following the journeys of our mentoring tandems throughout the year and sharing insights from their experiences.

Thank you to the Mentoring Program Organizing Team: Saskia Listle, Sibylle Buettner, and Dörte Bräunche, for making this launch such an inspiring start!