Developing a Reverse Mentoring Framework at a Leading UK University
A leading UK university commissioned support to design and deliver a Reverse Mentoring programme as part of their Race Equity priorities. The programme seeks to deepen leaders’ understanding of racialised experiences across the institution and ensure that these perspectives are at the forefront of decision-making, particularly where existing leadership committees and structures are not racially representative.
Focusing on equity and inclusion
Through this programme, leaders will engage directly with colleagues to reflect on racial equity, challenge assumptions, and inform policy and practice. The mentoring relationships will create space for lived experiences to shape decision-making processes and strengthen equity across the institution.
The initiative will be evaluated at the end of the 12 months, with feedback shaping future developments. This structured and reflective approach positions the university to embed reverse mentoring as a sustainable practice, reinforcing their commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
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What we did
- May 2024 Taster session for mentees
- October 2024 Stakeholder engagement
- January 2025 Volunteer recruitment
- March 2025 Inductions begin
- March 2025 March 2026 12-month mentoring relationships
A specialist organisation was brought in to:
- Develop the mentoring framework, approach, and objectives
- Design training and induction to prepare participants
- Ensure a safe, supportive, and trauma-informed environment
- Build in mechanisms for evaluation and improvement
The outcome
Through this programme, leaders will engage directly with colleagues to reflect on racial equity, challenge assumptions, and inform policy and practice. The mentoring relationships will create space for lived experiences to shape decision-making processes and strengthen equity across the institution.
The initiative will be evaluated at the end of the 12 months, with feedback shaping future developments. This structured and reflective approach positions UoL to embed reverse mentoring as a sustainable practice, reinforcing their commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
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