Time Commitment and Expectations

Before the Program

Primary Mentors will be asked to:

• Confirm availability and commitment to the full inSPIRe program dates

• Indicate areas of expertise

• Review brief background information on assigned participants and their project ideas

• Participate in pre-program communications or planning discussions as required

Contributing Mentors will be asked to:

• Confirm availability for selected inSPIRe program dates and sessions

• Indicate areas of expertise

During the Program (19-25 January 2027)

Mentors are expected to:

• Attend core program sessions relevant to their mentoring role

• Meet regularly with their assigned group (formal and informal sessions)

• Provide feedback on presentations, draft ideas, and group discussions

• Support a collegial, safe, and inclusive learning environment

The program includes structured sessions, group work, and some social and cultural activities.

After the Program

Primary Mentors are encouraged to:

• Maintain informal contact with mentees where appropriate

• Support ongoing collaboration, manuscript development, or grant ideas emerging from inSPIRe