Application Deadline: 31 December 2025 (11:59 PM Paris Time).
Applications are now open for the 2026 Women@Dior & UNESCO Education and Mentorship Program. Women@Dior & UNESCO is a unique international mentoring and education Program dedicated to young women, built on Maison Dior’s unique expertise of transmission and its community of motivated and inspiring Talents. Launched in 2017, the Program has now supported over 2800 driven young women selected from a wide range of studies – from business to engineering, art and fashion, to hospitality, communication and international relations and more. To date, Mentees have spanned over 60+ countries and represent almost 90 nationalities.
Through our educational offerings, Mentees are guided by visionary leaders and esteemed guest speakers who delve into vital subjects such as gender parity and women’s leadership, that pave the way for responsible futures. Additionally, Mentees receive personalized support from their dedicated Dior Mentors, navigating the early stages of their professional journey and embarking on professional exploration. Each Mentee and Mentor dynamic is thoughtfully curated, leveraging an innovative approach that underscores compatibility and shared aspirations.
Partnership resonates at the Women@Dior & UNESCO Program, fostering meaningful connections and propelling our Mentees towards a future of boundless possibilities. Guided and nurtured by their Mentors, and in collaboration with fellow Mentees, this transformative experience culminates in the collective creation and realization of the “Dream for Change” project, aimed at fostering empowerment among young women.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled full-time in a higher education institution, under the age of 30 years old by the time of the application.
- Either undergraduate students in the final year of their degree or current postgraduate students (Master’s, PhD).
- From any area of study are welcome, as long as they demonstrate a strong interest in women’s empowerment and related issues.
- Proficient in written and spoken English (B2 or above), as it is the official language of the Program. This will ensure effective participation in Program activities, including mentorship, and project development.
- The Program is only open to applicants who have not previously participated in the Women@Dior & UNESCO Program.
Answer the following questions in your letter of motivation:
- Describe a project you’ve led that supports women’s empowerment? What was your impact?
- What is your motivation in applying to the Women@Dior & UNESCO Program and how do you plan to use this Program to achieve your goals?
- What issue(s) related to women’s empowerment are you passionate about, and why?
Important information:
- This Program is not a recruitment Program for an internship or job position. The Women@Dior & UNESCO Program is a mentoring Program that runs parallel to your studies.
- Applications for candidates are open from November 26th to December 31st, 2025 (11:59 pm, Paris Time).
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the Women@Dior & UNESCO Program
