Mentor–Mentee Program

Guidance from people who've
walked the path

One of the biggest barriers in public health is access to mentorship. PHPCG runs structured 1:1 mentor–mentee pairings across research, policy, implementation, and global health — free for our community.

Tracks

Choose your focus

Research & Academia

Manuscript writing, study design, grant applications, PhD pathways.

Policy & Governance

Health systems, NITI Aayog, MoHFW, WHO and multilateral institutions.

Implementation & NGOs

Program design, M&E, community engagement and field operations.

Digital & Global Health

Health-tech, AI in public health, international fellowships.

How it works

A simple, structured journey

01

Apply

Tell us about your background, goals and the kind of guidance you need.

02

Get matched

We pair you with a mentor based on track, geography and aspirations.

03

Meet monthly

Structured 1:1 sessions over 6 months with clear milestones.

04

Pay it forward

Alumni mentees become mentors — sustaining the coalition.

Open Applications

Ready to grow — or give back?

We open mentor–mentee cohorts twice a year. Apply now and we'll reach out with next steps.

Apply Now