30 UNDER 30 PARTNER:

A global cross mentorship program for 30 emerging leaders (mentees) and 30 experts (mentors) in the arts sector.

The 2024 Mentorship Program begins in May 2024 and will continue until October 2024. Applications for both mentees and mentors are open until March 30, 2024. The program invites 30 mentees from around the world to connect with 30 mentors. To apply, please fill out the application below, or click here to register your interest.

The 6-month program includes:

  • 7 one-on-one sessions between mentees and mentors.

  • 5 masterclasses led by experts in soft skills, covering public speaking, networking, leadership, negotiation, and wellbeing.

  • Opportunities to attend networking events in Paris and Sydney.

  • Access to online networking events exclusive to mentees.

  • Group discussions with industry leaders.

  • Exclusive access to the '30 UNDER 30' alumni network, established in 2021.

  • A 50% discount for registration at the 'Communicating the Arts' conference in Paris and the 'Culture Business' conference in Sydney.

  • An invitation to chair a session or deliver a joint presentation.

Mentorship success

  • The 30 UNDER 30 Mentoring Program, run by Communicating the Arts, supports 30 aspiring leaders under 30 years old to enhance their career development and inclusive leadership capabilities over a six-month period. The program also connects organisations in the visual arts, performing arts, and heritage sectors.

  • Increased confidence and self awareness

    Broader perspective and new insights

    Identifying professional growth and development areas

    Meaningful career acceleration

  • Further leadership development

    Personal and professional satisfaction

    Recognition as a key contributor to our business

    Understanding of the Gen Z digital environment

  • You will be guided through your mentoring relationship through Communicating the Arts and Mentorkey, a unique and personalised digital mentoring platform.

    Mentees will be empowered to lead the relationship. You will be able to clarify your goals, prepare for your sessions, guide the direction of your mentoring sessions, and have the opportunity to self-reflect on where you are in their career, where you see yourself and how to get there with the support of your mentor.

    Mentors will be guided into a coaching mindset. You will enhance your leadership skills to guide, coach and support your mentee, help them clarify their goals, overcome their challenges and easily prepare for your sessions. MentorKey will assist you in ensuring your mentoring conversations are impactful and your mentee makes progress. 

Mentoring Program Masterclass

Interested in participating?

Be part of the next 30 UNDER 30 Mentoring Program in 2024. For more information, please contact:

Tirtha Giri
30 UNDER 30 Project Manager 
tirtha@communicatingthearts.com

  • Mentees must be under 30 years old and hold a position below GM level. They must have a clear goal to work on with a mentor and have a minimum of 3 years of work experience. Additionally, they should be willing to invest the necessary time to ensure the program's success.

  • Fundamental to the success of a mentoring relationship is the appropriateness of the match between mentors and mentees. Our application form is designed to assess your objectives for the program and gather the information required for the matching process. Providing as much relevant information as you can will help us match you with the most suitable mentor or mentee.