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Mentorship Program - Cycle 1
The Connexions Alumni Mentorship Program (CAMP) is designed to pair up more experienced professionals among U.S. alumni from Russia, wherever they may reside in the world, with mentees who are eager to learn, expand their networks, and develop skills that can drive positive change in their careers and communities. As a mentor, you have the opportunity to share your expertise, offer guidance, and make a lasting impact on fellow alumni. As a mentee, you gain valuable insights, set personalized goals, and build relationships that support your personal and professional journey.
Application Deadline: We are currently accepting applications for mentors
Global Leadership Webseries
This global leadership series, offered once a week on Mondays, is designed to cultivate leadership skills for the modern world. Participants will develop clarity of purpose, build strategic habits, and grow through challenges. Each session explores a core leadership principle through the lens of real-world experience and personal growth.
TRAINING TIMEFRAME:
Total Series Duration: 1 month, 1 session per week
Number of Webinars: 4 webinars, 1.5 hours each
Session 1: Vision
Monday, June 2 | 11:00 AM Eastern time
Many people dream of being “successful” - whether that means wealth, recognition, or influence - without truly understanding what that success looks like for them or why they desire it. In this session, participants will work on defining their personal destination and aligning their goals with authentic purpose.
Session 2: Planning for Success
Monday, June 9 | 11:00 AM Eastern time
Achieving goals is a long and challenging journey. This session emphasizes intentional planning and personal responsibility. Participants will consider how aspects such as mindset, relationships, family dynamics, health, nutrition, and time management all contribute to long-term achievement.
Session 3: Failing Forward - Perseverance
Monday, June 16 | 11:00 AM Eastern time
Jennifer shares candid stories of the many times she failed, including significant public and personal setbacks. Her message: failure is not something to fear, but a tool to propel growth. This session will help participants reframe failure as part of the leadership journey and develop resilience in the face of challenges.
Session 4: Legacy
Monday, June 23 | 11:00 AM Eastern time
What happens after you’ve reached your goals? This closing session explores how to lead with integrity and intention. Participants will reflect on how to build a legacy, remain grounded in values, and continue evolving as leaders while contributing meaningfully to others.
About the speaker:
Jennifer Jo Cobb is a professional race car driver, team owner, and accomplished motivational speaker. She began racing at local tracks in 1991 and spent 19 years pursuing her dream before competing full-time at NASCAR’s top levels. She is one of the few women to achieve a Top 10 finish in NASCAR’s highest divisions and holds the land speed record as the fastest woman in a stock car at over 223 mph.
In addition to her racing career, she founded Driven2Honor in 2011, a nonprofit dedicated to honoring women in the military, and in 2020 became Executive Director of Driven Diplomacy, a not-for-profit organization focused on promoting dialogue through motorsports and leadership outreach.
A native of Kansas City, Kansas, Jennifer speaks internationally on perseverance, overcoming adversity, teamwork, and business strategy.
Global Leadership Webseries
This global leadership series, offered once per month on Fridays, is designed to cultivate leadership skills for the modern digital economy. Participants will develop strategic thinking, decision-making, and team management abilities while exploring leadership models that address the unique challenges faced by leaders in diverse communities.
TRAINING TIMEFRAME:
Total Course Duration: 6 months, 1 event per month
Number of Workshops: 6 workshops, 1-2 hours each
KEY TOPICS:
Strategic Leadership and Decision-Making
Emotional Intelligence in Leadership
Managing Remote Teams and Digital Workforces
Leadership Challenges in the Digital Age
Building Inclusive and Resilient Teams
Registration will open soon!
Global Leadership Webseries (4 of 6)
This global leadership series, offered once per month on Fridays, is designed to cultivate leadership skills for the modern digital economy. Participants will develop strategic thinking, decision-making, and team management abilities while exploring leadership models that address the unique challenges faced by leaders in diverse communities. Registration for each session is required to be able to attend.
TRAINING TIMEFRAME:
Total Course Duration: 6 months, 1 event per month
Number of Workshops: 6 workshops, 1-2 hours each
KEY TOPICS:
Strategic Leadership and Decision-Making
Emotional Intelligence in Leadership
Managing Remote Teams and Digital Workforces
Leadership Challenges in the Digital Age
Building Inclusive and Resilient Teams
Global Leadership Webseries (3 of 6)
This global leadership series, offered once per month on Fridays, is designed to cultivate leadership skills for the modern digital economy. Participants will develop strategic thinking, decision-making, and team management abilities while exploring leadership models that address the unique challenges faced by leaders in diverse communities. Registration for each session is required to be able to attend.
TRAINING TIMEFRAME:
Total Course Duration: 6 months, 1 event per month
Number of Workshops: 6 workshops, 1-2 hours each
KEY TOPICS:
Strategic Leadership and Decision-Making
Emotional Intelligence in Leadership
Managing Remote Teams and Digital Workforces
Leadership Challenges in the Digital Age
Building Inclusive and Resilient Teams
Cybersecurity Bootcamp: Securing Our Digital Future
From March 11, 2025 through June 3, 2025, the Cybersecurity Education Bootcamp meeting once weekly on Tuesday for two hours. Register below to receive the Zoom link and ensure you are eligible to receive a certificate.
This course is designed to provide in-depth, hands-on knowledge and skills in cybersecurity, preparing participants to secure information systems, protect digital assets, and promote cybersecurity awareness. It includes both foundational knowledge and advanced cybersecurity practices.
TRAINING TIMEFRAME:
Total Course Duration: 12 weeks
Number of Sessions: 12 sessions, 1 session per week for 2 hours each
Total Training Hours: 24 hours
CORE MODULES:
Digital Landscape & Fundamentals of Cybersecurity
Understanding and Mitigating Cyber Threats
AI and Machine Learning in Cybersecurity
Quantum Cryptography and Post-Quantum Security
Cybersecurity in Emerging Technologies and Space
Leadership and Governance in Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity Ethics and Global Collaboration
Incident Response, Digital Forensics, and Crisis Management
**CERTIFICATE ELIGIBLE UPON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION**
Global Leadership Webseries (2 of 6)
This global leadership series, offered once per month on Fridays, is designed to cultivate leadership skills for the modern digital economy. Participants will develop strategic thinking, decision-making, and team management abilities while exploring leadership models that address the unique challenges faced by leaders in diverse communities. Registration for each session is required to be able to attend.
TRAINING TIMEFRAME:
Total Course Duration: 6 months, 1 event per month
Number of Workshops: 6 workshops, 1-2 hours each
KEY TOPICS:
Strategic Leadership and Decision-Making
Emotional Intelligence in Leadership
Managing Remote Teams and Digital Workforces
Leadership Challenges in the Digital Age
Building Inclusive and Resilient Teams
Digital Skills for the Network Age
Beginning January 13, 2025 and running for 8 weeks, this course will equip participants with essential digital literacy and prep them for the more intensive cybersecurity education course beginning in March 2025. All registered participants who complete and attend at least 80% of the course will be eligible to receive a certificate of recognition. Please register below to receive the Zoom link and secure your spot!
TRAINING TIMEFRAME:
Total Course Duration: 8 weeks
Session Details: 1 session per week, each lasting 1 hour, total 8 sessions
Total Training Hours: 8 hours
KEY TOPICS:
Introduction to Digital Literacy and Cybersecurity
Digital Footprint Management
Secure Communication Practices
Social Engineering and Human-Centric Cyber Threats
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Digital Skills for the Network Age
Beginning January 13, 2025 and running for 8 weeks, this course will equip participants with essential digital literacy and prep them for the more intensive cybersecurity education course beginning in March 2025. All registered participants who complete and attend at least 80% of the course will be eligible to receive a certificate of recognition. Please register below to receive the Zoom link and secure your spot!
TRAINING TIMEFRAME:
Total Course Duration: 8 weeks
Session Details: 1 session per week, each lasting 1 hour, total 8 sessions
Total Training Hours: 8 hours
KEY TOPICS:
Introduction to Digital Literacy and Cybersecurity
Digital Footprint Management
Secure Communication Practices
Social Engineering and Human-Centric Cyber Threats
Register
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Register 〰️
Digital Skills for the Network Age
Beginning January 13, 2025 and running for 8 weeks, this course will equip participants with essential digital literacy and prep them for the more intensive cybersecurity education course beginning in March 2025. All registered participants who complete and attend at least 80% of the course will be eligible to receive a certificate of recognition. Please register below to receive the Zoom link and secure your spot!
TRAINING TIMEFRAME:
Total Course Duration: 8 weeks
Session Details: 1 session per week, each lasting 1 hour, total 8 sessions
Total Training Hours: 8 hours
KEY TOPICS:
Introduction to Digital Literacy and Cybersecurity
Digital Footprint Management
Secure Communication Practices
Social Engineering and Human-Centric Cyber Threats
Register
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Global Leadership Webseries
Global Leadership Webseries 1, featuring Kevin Koym, CEO of Tech Ranch Austin, and William Smith II of the Texas International Education Consortium.