Transcultural Nursing Society Mentorship Program
You must be a current, active member of the Transcultural Nursing Society to apply to be a mentor or a mentee. Please review the information provided below for criteria for mentors and mentees. Questions, please email staff@tcns.org.
The Transcultural Nursing Society (TCNS) recognizes the vital need for mentoring among its members. Globally, we need nurses educated in transcultural nursing to promote culturally and linguistically congruent care. To support this mission, TCNS has developed a mentoring program that connects members in meaningful, professional partnerships.
The next cohort will be during the Spring of 2026, with six pairs of mentors and mentees matched for this inaugural group. Additional cohorts will be opened as TCNS evaluates the evolving needs of our members.
We held an information session to begin this process. The presentation video is available below for viewing.
Application Timeline
• Mentor and Mentee applications open: January 2026
The goal and duration of each collaboration will be determined jointly between mentor and mentee. To help TCNS continually improve the mentoring program, both mentors and mentees will complete a brief survey at the conclusion of their experience.
📧 Questions can be directed to: staff@tcns.org
Mentee Criteria and Responsibilities
- Current/Active membership in the Transcultural Nursing Society.
- Establish goals with your mentor for the mentoring relationship.
- Agree on the frequency and means of communication. The minimum requirement is one monthly meeting by phone, ZOOM, or other means of communication.
- Inform each other if unable to maintain communication.
- Be receptive and open to suggestions and guidance from your mentor.
- Seek regularly agreed-upon frequency of feedback.
- Monitor self-learning and achievement of goals.
Time Commitment: One Year for long-term mentoring. Three months or less for short-term mentoring. To be determined between Mentor and Mentee.
* Please note that there are no real or perceived guarantees that accompany a mentor/mentee relationship. Mentor and mentee applications and processes are purely voluntary activities with no real or perceived guarantees regarding personal or professional outcomes. If an issue arises between the mentor and mentee, either the mentor or mentee may terminate the relationship and report the issue to the Transcultural Nursing Society by phone at 888-432-5470 or email staff@tcns.org. The Transcultural Nursing Society will manage any issues with confidentiality and conflicts of interest to protect both parties. The Transcultural Nursing Society is not responsible for individual choices or decisions.
Mentee Application for Transcultural Nursing
Criteria for serving as a Transcultural Nursing Society Mentor:
A candidate for mentor must satisfy the mandatory criteria. A candidate must also possess at least one of the additional mentor qualities.
Mandatory Criteria
- Current member of the Transcultural Nursing Society.
Mentor Qualities - You should have at least one of the qualities listed below.
- Advanced or basic certification in transcultural nursing (CTN-A, CTN-B).
- Expert clinical practice and/or administration abilities in transcultural nursing and/or health care in a local, regional, national, or global context.
- Transcultural nursing and/or health care research and subsequent publications.
- Implementing and mentoring others on culturally congruent and competent care through education, research, practice, and/or administration.
- Leadership in disseminating and implementing concepts, models, theories, and research relevant to transcultural nursing, health care, and education.
- Facilitation of innovative approaches to present and emerging issues in transcultural nursing and/or health care.
- Publications and presentations of transcultural nursing and/or health care knowledge to local, regional, national, and global audiences.
- Contributions to developing local, regional, national, and/or international health policy.
- Past and ongoing contributions made to enhance the advancement and expansion of transcultural nursing and/or healthcare.
Applying to be a Transcultural Nursing Society Mentor:
Application Requirements:
- Complete the application form online.
- Submit a current transcultural nursing-focused CV (10 Page Maximum) reflecting how they meet the mentoring criteria.
- Attend an orientation.
Mentor Responsibilities
As you plan your mentoring relationship with your Mentee, the following items will help you make the most of the experience.
- Establish an agreement with your Mentee regarding mutual expectations and goals.
- Agree on the frequency and means of communication. The minimum requirement is one monthly meeting by phone, ZOOM, or other means of communication.
- Inform each other if unable to maintain communication.
- Discuss networking opportunities with the Mentee.
- Guide your Mentee on the agreed-upon project.
- Provide a minimum of monthly or agreed-upon feedback.
Time Commitment: One Year for long-term mentoring and three months or less for short-term mentoring. The Mentor and Mentee will determine the length of the mentoring process together.
* Please note that there are no real or perceived guarantees that accompany a mentor/mentee relationship. Mentor and mentee applications and processes are purely voluntary activities with no real or perceived guarantees regarding personal or professional outcomes. If an issue arises between the mentor and mentee, either the mentor or mentee may terminate the relationship and report the issue to the Transcultural Nursing Society by phone at 888-432-5470 or email staff@tcns.org. The Transcultural Nursing Society will manage any issues with confidentiality and conflicts of interest to protect both parties. The Transcultural Nursing Society is not responsible for individual choices or decisions.