Best Practices for a Stronger Mentorship Ecosystem

 
These one-page guides highlight a proactive, structured, and inclusive approach to support both mentors and mentees. Together, these strategies help foster a sustainable and welcoming mentorship culture across UCSF.

Best Practice

Key Practices

For Mentors
Establish clear goals and expectations early. Promote peer mentoring to strengthen networks and support mentees in navigating challenges. [View/print handout]

For Mentees
Use structured tools, such as Individual Development Plans (IDPs), to track progress and set career goals. Actively seek diverse mentors to build a robust support system. [View/print handout]

For Divisions
Strengthen mentorship by offering resources, creating peer support opportunities, and ensuring new faculty are connected with mentors both within and beyond the department. [View/print handout]