Transcultural Nursing Society Mentorship Program
The Transcultural Nursing Society (TCNS) is committed to fostering meaningful professional growth among its members. As part of this commitment, the TCNS Mentorship Program connects members in supportive, purposeful partnerships that advance culturally and linguistically congruent care across global settings.
To participate as a mentor or mentee, you must be a current, active member of the Transcultural Nursing Society. Please review the criteria outlined below to determine your eligibility.
The next mentorship cohort will launch in Spring 2026, with mentor–mentee pairs selected for this group. Additional cohorts will be offered as TCNS continues to assess and respond to member needs.
An information session was held to introduce the program, and the presentation video is available below.
Application Timeline
• Mentor and Mentee Applications Open: January 2026
The goals and duration of each mentoring partnership will be collaboratively determined by the mentor and mentee. At the conclusion of the program, both participants will complete a brief survey to help TCNS strengthen and refine the mentorship experience.
📧 Questions may 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 participation in the TCNS Mentorship Program is entirely voluntary. The mentor–mentee relationship does not carry any real or perceived guarantees regarding personal or professional outcomes. If concerns or issues arise at any point, either party may choose to end the mentoring relationship and report the matter to the Transcultural Nursing Society by phone at 888‑432‑5470 or by email at staff@tcns.org. TCNS will address reported issues with appropriate confidentiality and attention to potential conflicts of interest to safeguard all individuals involved. TCNS is not responsible for personal decisions or actions taken by mentors or mentees.
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 participation in the TCNS Mentorship Program is entirely voluntary. The mentor–mentee relationship does not carry any real or perceived guarantees regarding personal or professional outcomes. If concerns or issues arise at any point, either party may choose to end the mentoring relationship and report the matter to the Transcultural Nursing Society by phone at 888‑432‑5470 or by email at staff@tcns.org. TCNS will address reported issues with appropriate confidentiality and attention to potential conflicts of interest to safeguard all individuals involved. TCNS is not responsible for personal decisions or actions taken by mentors or mentees.