*New* UW Q Center Queer Mentoring and Peer Program (Apply by 11/6/2024)

Posted: 10/31/2024 ()

The Queer Mentoring and Peer Program (QMPP) is an evolving mentorship and peer program that actively seeks to queer the idea of mentorship. Within QMPP, we aim to address the perception of power differences within traditional mentorship programs and create an affirming space for shared learning and respect. All mentorship and peer groups directly inform the shape and structure of their group. This program upholds the statement, “conversations over contracts.”

The Queer Mentoring and Peer Program (QMPP) provides a safe, affirming, and exciting environment in which a mentee’s sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression is supported and celebrated by an educated and experienced mentor. Through this program, you can expect to: Get matched one-on-one with someone based on your shared identities and interests Meet with your mentor/mentee twice a month and explore the joys, challenges, concerns, and questions about coming out, exploring their queer identity, and much more. Attend campus and community events and help to build your queer community.

Apply here to be a mentee, peer, or mentor. Undergraduate and graduate students, staff, faculty, and alumni can apply.