Mentorship is often treated as informal support rather than a strategic leadership responsibility. As a result, guidance may be offered without access, and encouragement without advocacy.

In this session, Rashonda Harris challenges traditional views of mentorship and reframes it as an intentional leadership practice. She explores how mentors, managers, and leaders can move beyond advice to provide meaningful support that opens doors, builds confidence, and sustains professional growth. Participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how mentorship, when done well, strengthens both individuals and institutions.