Application for Mentorship programme
Applications Open:
15 January 2027 – 5 March 2027
The SCINEi Mentorship Programme is a youth development initiative created to connect learners, encourage personal growth, and help young people discover opportunities beyond their current environments.
Launching in Mokopane, with a focus on learners from Mahwelereng Public Schools, the programme aims to create a supportive community where learners can connect with others, receive guidance, ask questions, and grow together.
The journey through school and into adulthood can be challenging. Many learners face uncertainty about their future, academic pressure, career decisions, confidence, and finding people they can talk to.
SCINEi believes that no learner should feel like they have to navigate these challenges alone.
The SCINEi Mentorship Programme connects learners with mentors who can provide encouragement, guidance, and support.
For our first programme cycle, SCINEi will be accepting a limited number of participants to ensure meaningful connections and quality mentorship.
2027 Pilot Cohort:
20 Mentors
50 Mentees
The programme creates a safe space where learners can:
Build confidence and self-belief
Talk through challenges they experience
Receive guidance from someone who understands their journey
Learn about opportunities after high school
Explore different career paths and possibilities
Develop leadership and communication skills
Improve decision-making and problem-solving skills
Build positive relationships and support networks
Prepare for future academic and personal goals
This programme is not about financial rewards. It is about people giving their time, experiences, and knowledge to help another person grow.
The programme follows a learner-to-learner mentorship structure where guidance is passed forward.
University students (2nd year and above) mentor Grade 12 learners.
Grade 12 learners mentor Grade 10 learners.
Grade 11 learners mentor Grade 9 learners.
Grade 10 learners mentor Grade 8 learners.
Grade 9 learners mentor Grade 7 learners.
Grade 1st year university students and Grade 8 learners are not included as mentors because they are going through important transition periods and need time to adjust.
Every learner has someone ahead of them to guide them and someone behind them to encourage.
SCINEi is also inviting senior mentors who are willing to volunteer their time, knowledge, and experiences to help guide young learners.
Senior mentors may include:
University students (2nd year and above)
Young professionals
Community leaders
Individuals passionate about youth development
Mentors are not joining for financial reward, but to contribute towards building a stronger, more connected generation.
The second part of the SCINEi Mentorship Programme focuses on Artificial Intelligence (AI) empowerment.
Technology is changing the world, and young people need more than access to technology — they need the knowledge and skills to use it responsibly.
Through AI workshops and activities, learners will learn how to:
Use AI tools such as ChatGPT responsibly
Use AI to support studying and research
Ask better questions and think critically
Identify misinformation and unreliable information
Understand AI ethics, privacy, and responsible technology use
Explore opportunities created by technology
SCINEi believes that AI should not replace human connection. Instead, technology should be used to strengthen communication, creativity, learning, and community.
Throughout the year, SCINEi will host activities designed to bring learners together, including:
Leadership workshops
AI learning sessions
Career awareness sessions
Educational games and challenges
Community events
Innovation activities
Mentorship gatherings
These activities aim to create a community where learners can learn, connect, and grow beyond the classroom.
We are inviting learners and young leaders who want to grow, connect, and support others to join this programme.
You can apply as:
Mentee
A learner looking for guidance, support, encouragement, and someone to talk to while navigating school and future opportunities.
Mentor
A learner or young person willing to share experiences, encourage others, and guide someone younger through their journey.
Both Mentor and Mentee
For those who would like to continue receiving guidance while also supporting someone else.
We welcome individuals who are willing to participate with kindness, commitment, and a genuine desire to help others.
Participants who complete the programme requirements will receive:
SCINEi Certificate of Participation
Recognition for their contribution to the mentorship community
Recommendation letters from SCINEi upon request for volunteer work, academic opportunities, or community involvement
Building connections. Creating opportunities. Empowering the next generation.
Applications Open:
7 September 2026 – 08 January 2027