In partnership with Big Sister Association of Greater Boston, Wayfair is launching a workplace mentoring program at its Boston-based headquarters. In 2020, "little sisters" from Josiah Quincy Upper School will be welcomed to Wayfair's office to learn and benefit from mentoring activities.
The program supporting young women is designed to support the social-emotional development and academic success of the ninth and 10th grade girls, who not only have the potential to be inspired to pursue careers and leadership roles but will get a taste of a real working environment. Volunteers from Wayfair will be matched with girls for one-to-one mentoring to support not just a young individual's learning and success but the community as a whole.
Youth Mentorship Programs
Wayfair and Big Sister Boston are Inspiring & Empowering Young Women
Trend Themes
1. Workplace Mentoring Programs - Businesses can partner with youth organizations to provide valuable mentoring experiences and foster the next generation of leaders.
2. Social-emotional Development Support - There is a growing need for programs that support the development of social-emotional skills among young people, providing opportunities for innovation in education and mentorship.
3. Career Exploration for Young Women - Opportunities for career exploration and skill-building can inspire young women to pursue leadership roles and careers in fields where they are traditionally underrepresented.
Industry Implications
1. Education - Innovations in education can facilitate the development of social-emotional skills, provide career exploration opportunities, and foster partnerships between businesses and youth organizations.
2. Mentoring - Mentoring programs can be developed and customized for different age groups and demographics, providing valuable opportunities for personal and professional development.
3. Tech Companies - Tech companies can leverage their resources to create mentoring programs that introduce young people to careers in tech and provide opportunities for inclusive leadership development.