How to Become a Mentor at RIPE 91

The RIPE Meeting Mentoring Programme matches experienced community members with newcomers.

Become a Mentor

Volunteering as a Mentor is a meaningful way to give back to the RIPE community. It is also an opportunity to meet other professionals and expand your network.

To volunteer:

Select “Yes, I want to volunteer time as a Mentor at RIPE 91” in the relevant section of the RIPE 91 registration form. Please note that this option is only available to onsite attendees.

We’ll contact you and send you a link to a short form, which will help us match you with a suitable Mentee based on shared interests, language and time zone.

Please make sure to complete the form by 15 September. After this date, it will no longer be possible to enrol in the Mentoring Programme. You can also find the form link in your RIPE 91 registration confirmation email.

Mentors will be introduced to their Mentee(s) via email by 30 September.

If you cannot find the form or need help, contact us at meeting@ripe.net.

We expect from Mentors to:

  • Arrange a virtual coffee chat with their Mentee(s) before RIPE 91 to answer questions and provide orientation.
  • Review the RIPE 91 meeting agenda and attendee list with their Mentee(s) to identify relevant sessions and networking opportunities.
  • Explain how to participate in the RIPE community and the importance of the RIPE Code of Conduct.
  • Meet their Mentee(s) in person during the meeting.

Become a Mentee

If you would like to be paired with an experienced RIPE community member:

Select “Yes, I want to be paired with a Mentor at RIPE 91” during the RIPE 91 registration process. Please note that this option is only available to onsite attendees.

We’ll contact you and send you a link to a short form, which will help us match you with a suitable Mentor based on shared interests, language and time zone.

Please make sure to complete the form by 15 September. After this date, it will no longer be possible to enrol in the Mentoring Programme. You can also find the form link in your RIPE 91 registration confirmation email.

Mentees will be introduced to their Mentor(s) by 30 September.

If you cannot find the form or need help, contact us at meeting@ripe.net.

We expect from Mentees to:

  • Demonstrate a proactive, curious and respectful attitude.
  • Contact their Mentor after receiving the introduction email to schedule a virtual meeting and use the initial email to review the short bios and suggested conversation topics provided
  • Meet their Mentor in person during the meeting.

Mentoring Activities at RIPE 91

  • Mentor-Mentee Lunch, Monday, 20 October: You’ll have the opportunity to connect with fellow Mentees and Mentors and exchange experiences.
  • Group Photo Session, Thursday, 23 October: Strike a pose and celebrate your mentoring experience! Don’t miss the group photo session on Thursday, 23 October.

After the Meeting

All Mentors and Mentees will be invited to a feedback session. Your input will help us improve the programme for RIPE 92, and we strongly encourage everyone to participate.

If you have questions, need further information or have missed the deadline but would still like to join the programme, please contact us at meeting@ripe.net.