SWANRise Mentorship

Soaring together for Greater Space Women!

The SWANRise program, the first of its kind, focuses on bridging the leadership development gap for mid-career women with 5 to 10 years of experience in a traditionally male-dominated field. While these professionals often contend with isolation and uncertainty in pursuing higher-level opportunities, SWANRise offers more than just guidance— it provides the strategic tools, unwavering confidence, and dedicated mentorship they need to thrive.

This isn’t merely about individual career advancement; it’s about cultivating a dynamic community of visionary SWAN leaders who will champion diversity, fuel innovation, and redefine the future of the industry.

" For the past 30 years, women have made up only 20% of the workforce in the space sector, with an even greater gap in leadership roles. Studies show that diverse leadership boosts innovation and decision-making: can we afford to ignore this? "

Our Goal

Empoweing Women to Build a More Inclusive Future in Leadership

Support Career Growth

Empower women to advance their careers by providing tailored guidance from experienced mentors.

Foster Networking & Experience Sharing

Create meaningful connections within the space industry to exchange insights, experiences, and strategies for success.

Promote Industry Diversity

Address the gender imbalance by fostering lifelong leadership skills and confidence in women at mid-career stages.

Addressing Mentee Challenges

Breaking Leadership Barriers

• Leadership bias and limited role models hinder women’s growth into leadership positions.

Overcoming Isolation

• Underrepresentation in meetings and decision-making processes often leaves women feeling isolated.

Balancing career and personal life

• Professional growth is frequently at odds with maternity and caregiving responsibilities.

Navigating Networking Barriers

• Male-dominated networks and informal decision-making spaces exclude women from key opportunities.

Building Confidence and Achieving Recognition

• Impostor syndrome and gender biases in recognition undermine women’s confidence and visibility.

The How: 

Menthorship in Action

Duration: Seven-months, from April to October 2025.

Meeting Formats:

• One-on-One Sessions: Monthly 1-hour meetings (virtual or in-person) scheduled at the convenience of mentors and mentees.

• Group Workshops: Two-hour sessions (virtual and in-person) led by senior executives, focusing on leadership techniques, strategic networking, and career progression

• Networking Events: Two gatherings (virtual and in-person) for kick-off and closing sessions to strengthen community bond

Edition 2025 Size: A pool of 20 mentors and 20 mentees.