APAGS-CSOGD’s Mentoring Program

The American Psychological Association of Graduate Students Committee on Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity (APAGS-CSOGD) offers a free, yearlong mentoring program (January 2027–January 2028) for graduate students in psychology interested in LGBTQIA+ issues and/or research to be mentored by colleagues who share similar interests, experiences, and goals.

We always need participants . While applications for this year’s program are due October 31, additional mentees/mentors will be matched afterward when possible.

All applicants must be willing to communicate at least six times and participate in other periodic activities. Communication can be in person, over the phone, or electronically.

• Are you looking for an psychologist, professional, or advanced graduate student interested in LGBTQIA+ issues or research to support your professional development?
• Would you like to have a sounding board to discuss the challenges and opportunities related to the topics of sexuality and gender in the professional field of psychology?
• Have you wanted to forge connections with other psychologists or professionals who share your commitment to working with the LGBTQIA+ community, conducting research this population, or exploring issues that affect this community?

Eligibility : Mentees in this program must currently be a member of APAGS.

• Are you interested in taking a graduate student under your wing?
• Are you passionate about providing support to students interested in issues regarding the LGBTQIA+ community or the study of LBGTQIA+ issues?
• Do you want to share your experiences and expertise to help students find their professional voice?

Eligibility : Any professional in the field of psychology can be a mentor. Graduate students who wish to be mentors must have completed three years of graduate school in psychology.

The application process is entirely online. Please allow at least 15–20 minutes to read through the program expectations and complete the entire application. If you encounter difficulties or have other questions about the program, please email the APAGS office.

• Students : Visit the mentee application pageopens in new window and complete it as instructed by October 31, 2026.
• Professionals : Visit the mentor application pageopens in new window and complete it as instructed by October 31, 2026.

“I have really enjoyed the opportunity. We mentored via Skype once per month. The match was good as we have similar interests, and it was a nice complement as my mentee is more interested in clinical practice whereas I mainly do academic research—our discussion I think aided in both of us gaining new growth.” — Shawn, mentor