Become a Mentee
Apply for the GLODERM Mentorship Programme
The Programme aims to strengthen Mentorship in global health dermatology and increase access to educational opportunities in resource-limited settings worldwide by:
- Delivering a unique one-on-one mentorship programme between global health dermatology faculty mentors and mentees either living or working in low-resource settings, interested in developing expertise in global health dermatology.
- Delivering free, high quality dermatology leadership training content for trainees worldwide that will offer opportunities for personal development and build knowledge and expertise in global health dermatology.
The Mentorship Programme is a year long one-on-one Mentoring Programme that connects mentee applicants from low-resource settings with global health dermatology experts from around the world.
Applications for the GLODERM Mentorship Programme 2026
are open until Wednesday 30 April 23:59 PM UTC!
Programme Benefits
- Mentorship Meetings – You will meet with your Mentor virtually each month for 12 months to discuss your personal and professional growth and to receive support with your local community project.
- Webinar Series – You will join a structured webinar programme and educational sessions, including industry-led sessions from CeraVe Care for All, alongside fellow Mentees to strengthen your leadership and professional skills.
- In-Person Training – You may have the chance to attend the GLODERM Leadership Development Retreat, where all Mentees and Mentors will gather for an interactive training experience.
- International Conference Attendance – If possible, you and your Mentor will attend an international dermatology conference as part of the programme.
- VisualDx – You will receive training and access to licenses for yourself and your colleagues.
- Networking and Opportunities – You will have access to various opportunities to expand your professional network!
Further Information
As a Mentee, you will gain valuable experience and develop essential skills in Global Health Dermatology. This includes:
- Leadership Training – Learn how to lead and manage initiatives in global health.
- Setting Up Programmes & Initiatives – Gain hands-on experience in launching impactful projects.
- Pitching to Funders & Grant Writing – Develop skills to secure funding for your ideas.
- Academic Writing – Enhance your ability to write research papers and reports.
- Career Development – Build a career that integrates global and community health.
Eligibility and Requirements
✔ Dermatology Pathway
Applicants must be on a recognised dermatology career path and dedicated to global health dermatology. Eligible candidates include:
- Physicians (MMed, MBBS, MD, or equivalent) involved in a global health dermatology project.
- Individuals in their final years of recognised dermatology training pathway.
- Practicing dermatologists looking to expand their expertise in global health dermatology. This includes:
- Early-career dermatology specialists.
- Career switchers (must be within five years of completing dermatology training).
- Medical students are not eligible.
✔ Residency
- Applicants must live or work in resource-limited settings.
- Exceptions may be made for those in high-income countries if they work with underserved populations (e.g., indigenous or native communities).
✔ Sector of Work
- You must work in the public sector or be conducting a project in the public sector/underserved communities/global health dermatology.
- Private sector employees may apply only if they demonstrate a strong commitment to public/global health dermatology.
✔ Letter of Consent
Applicants must provide a written letter of consent from their institution that includes the following:
- The letter must be dated and signed or stamped on official institutional letterhead.
- The letter must be signed by a senior colleague or an authorised representative from their institution.
- The letter must confirm permission for the applicant to attend the following in-person events:
- GLODERM Leadership Development Retreat – Moshi, Tanzania, one-week in January 2026.
- World Congress of Dermatology – Guadalajara, Mexico, 21–26 June 2027.
For applicants conducting a project in the public sector but are privately employed or self-employed:
- The letter must confirm permission to attend both events.
- The letter must be written by a peer in a similar or senior administrative role (not self-written).