Mentee application form

Mentee Application Form
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By completing this form, you will introduce yourself, highlight your unique strengths and experiences, and explain your motivation for participating in the OUISSAL program as a mentee and for being mentored by an experienced entrepreneur. Please also upload your CV as a PDF file at the end of the application.

Application form:
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Mentees Selection Criteria:

To participate in Ouissal, you ideally meet the following requirements:

Career
- An entrepreneur with solid and scalable business plan
- Have already secured the basic financing of the business
- A strong interest in integrating sustainability and digital transformation into the business plan
Commitment to the Program:
- Willingness to invest approximately 2 hours per week for around 9 months, from the Kick-off meetings until the Women’s Forum, in a group mentoring relationship
- Commitment to successfully developing a sustainable business plan with the support of the mentor and the mentoring group
- Maintaining local, regional, and international connections with other women entrepreneurs and female executives gained through the OUISSAL Project
- Participation in one of the mandatory Kick-off meetings:
  - Morocco: 27–31 Oct 2025
  - Jordan: 12–16 Jan 2026
  - Egypt: 9–13 Feb 2026
    Kick-off meetings usually take place on weekdays, with arrival on Monday and departure on Friday. Participants residing in the host country are expected to attend the corresponding meeting.
- Participation in the 7th German-Arab Women’s Forum in Berlin in Autumn 2026 subject to the mentee’s performance evaluation by the mentor and the OUISSAL Team
- Interest in intercultural exchange and sharing professional perspectives
- Commitment to connect with and support women in the OUISSAL Network, including past and current participants
- Demonstrate respect, self-awareness, and reflective personal qualities
Language skills
- Very good knowledge of English, as all kick-off meetings, events, workshops, and online sessions will be conducted in English
- Other languages may be used during the group mentoring phase if agreed upon by all participants in the group
Code of Conduct:
- Respectful Interaction: OUISSAL is not a political platform. Participants are encouraged to respect each other’s opinions and backgrounds and to engage in open dialogue in a spirit of curiosity and cooperation.
- Zero Tolerance for Discrimination: Any form of discrimination, hostility, or hate speech against individuals or groups based on religion, ethnicity, nationality, or any other identity will not be tolerated.
- Constructive Collaboration: OUISSAL does not aim to create entry opportunities in new markets, nor does it serve as an internship or job exchange platform or as a space for commercial partnerships. Our focus is on learning, mentoring, and mutual professional development.
- Confidentiality: All mentoring sessions, workshops, and networking events take place in a trusted space. Participants agree to keep shared information, contact details, and business ideas confidential and not share them outside the OUISSAL program without consent.
- Once selected, mentees commit to actively participating in all program activities. The program involves significant organizational and financial investment, funded by public resources, and mentors volunteer their time. Active participation is therefore expected as a sign of respect to mentors and to fellow participants.
Cost: The program covers flights, intercity transport, meals, and accommodation for the kick-off meetings and the German-Arab Women’s Forum. Visa fees, if required, are not included. Your investment is your time and your openness to learn and grow together with your mentoring group.

Personal Data and Contact Information
Full Name*

TitelFirst NameLast Name
Birth Date *

DayMonthYear
Nationality:*

MoroccoAlgeriaTunisiaLibyaEgyptJordanLebanonSyriaPalestineGermanyOther
E-mail*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

City *State

Zip CodeCountry *
Website
LinkedIn
Instagram
Are you a member of EMA?*

YesNo
Are you a member of any other organization(s)?*

YesNo
If yes, which one(s)?*
How did you hear about the Ouissal program? *

LinkedInFacebookInstagramEMA NewsletterRecommendationMagazine/newspaperPartner organization of EMAOther
English Proficiency

Please indicate your proficiency level in English: (A1 Beginner, A2 Basic, B1 Advanced, B2 Independent, C1 Proficient and C2 approximately Native)*

	A0	A1	A2	B1	B2	C1	C2
English speaking
English listening
English writing

Your activities
How long have you been a business owner?*

1-3 years4-6 years7-9 years> 10 years
What is the name of your company?*
What is your position in the company?*
In which country or countries does your company operate? *
Company Website link
Company Social Media account links (Facebook/Linkedin/Instagram/others) *
In which industry does your company operate?*

Aerospace/DefenseAgriculture/Food IndustryAI/Digital EconomyArts and Crafts/TextileAutomotiveConsultingEducationEnergyEngineeringEntertainmentFinance/BankingHealth ServicesHuman ResourcesIndustrial ProductionLegal ServicesMaritimeMarketing/Advertising/PRMedia/CultureNon-Profit / International DevelopmentPharmaceuticals/BiotechnologyPublic SectorTechnology/IT ServicesTelecommunicationTourism/HospitalityTrade/CommerceTraffic/TransportationSustainabilityOther
What are your company’s main goals?*

Expandto new marketsIncrease revenue or profitabilityDevelop new products or servicesImprove operational efficiencyEnhance brand visibility and marketingStrengthen leadership and team managementImplement digital transformationAchieve sustainability or social impact goalsOther (please specify)
What stage of development are you in with your company?*

Start-up phaseGrowth phase or expansionStabilizationphaseRestructuring or reorientationChallengephase or search for solutionsConsolidation and optimization phaseFurtherdevelopment and upward ambitionsOther
How many employees are you responsible for?*

<55-1010-2020-5050-100>100
Do you already have sufficient financial resources to manage your business appropriately?*

YesNo
If yes,is the financial support a government or private grant? *

StatePrivateOther
If no, how do you plan to secure your funding?
Are you currently the owner or managing director of another company, or do you hold any other professional/voluntary positions?*

YesNo
If yes, please specify
Your Motivation
What are the key reasons for your interest in OUISSAL?*

Learning from experienced female mentors and expanding entrepreneurial skillsetExpanding my network and connecting with like-minded entrepreneurs and role modelsIncreasing my visibility and confidence as a female entrepreneur or leaderLearning from the experiences of my peers and exchanging ideas in a supportive environmentReceiving guidance and concrete support for business and leadership growthExpanding my horizon through new perspectives and fostering intercultural understandingOther
Which areas of digitalization would you like support or guidance in?*

Not focused on digitalizationDigital business modelsDigital marketing & e-commerceProcess automation & optimizationCloud solutions & data managementAI, IoT, or emerging technologiesOther
Which areas of sustainability would you like support or guidance in integrating into your business?*

Not focused on sustainablitlySustainable business strategyCircular economy / resource efficiencyEnvironmental standards & certificationsCorporate Social Responsibility (CSR)Social inclusionOther
What are the three most important goals you have set for your company to achieve by the end of 2026?

Expand into new markets (local or international)Launch new products or servicesIncrease sales and profitabilityImprove brand visibility and communicationStrengthen internal processes and efficiencyBuild or grow a strong teamSecure stable funding or investmentAdopt digital tools or technologiesIntegrate sustainability or social impact strategiesReorganize or pivot the business modelOther
Mentoring
Did you participate in OUISSAL before?*

YesNo
What did you participate as?*

MentorMentee
Which cohort(s) were you a part of?*

2013/142015/162017/182019/202023/24
Why do you want to take part in OUISSAL again? *
Have you participated in another mentoring program?*

YesNo
Which one?
Why do you want to take part in a mentoring program again?
Have you worked in an international environment?*

YesNo
On which topics would the support of an experienced mentor be particularly valuable for your further company development?*

Strategic consulting and support with goal settingReceiving feedback on business planning and sharing business expertiseMarket analysis and risk assessmentFinancial planning,funding strategies, and the acquisition of new capitalOptimizing business processes and increasing efficiencyNetwork development and connecting with relevant stakeholdersMarketing and corporate communication strategy developmentSupport with transformational processes such as innovation and technology implementationHuman resourcesdevelopment and leadership supportAdvice on crisis communication and negotiation skillsOther
Other
Do you have any accessibility needs we should be aware of to support your participationin the program?*

YesNo
If yes, please specify: *
References
Please provide 2 references (surname, first name and contact details of the person). *
By providing this information, you automatically authorise the OUISSAL Team to contact the person you have named
Reference number 1:*

First NameLast Name
Phone number or e-mail*
Reference number 2:*

First NameLast Name
Phone number or e-mail*
Availability
Please select the date(s) when you are definitely available. The more dates you select, the higher your chances of being considered. Participants residing in the host country are expected to attend the corresponding meeting. Kick-off meetings usually take place on weekdays, with arrival on Monday and departure on Friday.*

Morocco: 27 - 31 October 2025Jordan: 12 – 16 January 2026Egypt: 9 – 13 February 2026
Please upload your CV here in PDF (maximum 50 MB) *

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If I receive a positive response to my application, I commit to the following:*

Attending the kick-off meeting as a mandatory part of my participation.Keeping the specified dates available until I receive confirmation of my participation by mid October. Additionally, I will make an effort to attend the German-Arab Women's Forum in Autumn 2026.Participating in the program evaluation. (At the end of the program, a qualitative and quantitative evaluation will be conducted for participation and project evaluation. This evaluation is crucial for us to continuously improve, optimize, and expand the program.
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