Hermanita Mentors

By joining our Hermanitas Program as a mentor, you are stepping into a vital role that helps shape the future of a young Latina student. Your commitment to guiding, supporting, and empowering your hermanita will have a lasting impact—not just on her academic and professional journey, but also on her confidence and personal growth. At MANA de San Diego, we believe that mentorship is one of the most powerful tools for empowerment. As a mentor, you are more than just a role model; you are a source of encouragement, wisdom, and inspiration. Through your guidance, your hermanita will explore new areas of interest, reflect on life’s challenges and opportunities, and develop the skills needed to achieve her goals. Your mentorship will help her navigate important decisions, build meaningful connections, and ultimately grow into a leader in her own right. Your time, dedication, and leadership is essential to this mission, and we are grateful to have you as part of our Hermanitas Program.

Our mentor application for the 2026 – 2027 academic year is now closed.

Applications are due by Friday, August 7, 2026 at 11:59PM (PST)

Mentor Qualifications

Must be 21 years or older

Must be a professional women or current college student

Pass a background check paid for by MANA de San Diego

Become a MANA de San Diego Member

Resources for Mentors

We’ve created a set of tools to support you throughout the mentoring process. These resources, combined with your own experience, will help you guide your hermanita towards new opportunities. Use these tips as a framework to set goals or select specific suggestions to focus on based on your mentoring style. No matter how you approach mentoring, our tips are here to help you begin with confidence and purpose.

Help us help Latinas achieve success

Together, through our mentorship programs, scholarships and leadership events, we can make a positive difference in the Latino community.