Become an LQ mentor

Support our leaders in training to complete their leadership qualification by becoming a mentor.

Within Girlguiding, mentoring is a focused programme designed to support new leaders in training. Having a great mentor makes a huge difference, and helps new leaders settle into their role and complete their qualification.

Why become a mentor?

• It’s an opportunity to hear a new perspective and ideas from your mentee
• It provides an opportunity to reflect on your own guiding practices
• It’s fantastic recognition as a role model within guiding
• Enables you to develop your leadership skills including providing feedback, communication and interpersonal skills

Find out more about what mentoring involves in the mentoring handbook.

How will I be supported?

When you become a mentor for the LQ, you'll need to complete our introductory elearning and may be invited to a mentor training session. This makes sure you're clear on the role and understand who does what throughout the process of completing the LQ. I

If your local area does not have a training planned, ask your county commissioner if she knows of any others taking place soon.

How much time will I need to give?

There is no specified time commitment for being a mentor, but we do expect you to be committed to your mentee. As a minimum, you'll need to:

• Meet with your mentee at least once a term and help them to track their progress through the LQ
• Visit your mentee - or arrange for someone else to do so - to observe their skills and help them to reflect on and learn from their experiences

Check out these ideas for your mentoring meetings.

How do I get involved?

Have a chat with your local commissioner and ask her to put your name forward. Alternatively, contact the leadership qualification coordinator in your local area.