EUPeace Academic Mentoring Network

OVERVIEW

The EUPeace Academic Mentoring Network connects doctoral candidates, master’s students, and senior academics across the Alliance. It facilitates international mentoring relationships that support academic career development within the European Higher Education Area.

The network builds on already established EUPeace structures – the Research Hubs and the Doctoral Network. It thereby ensures a coherent and integrated approach to mentoring and career support.

In a first step, all members of the EUPeace Doctoral Network and of the EUPeace Research Hubs are warmly invited to join the EUPeace Academic Mentoring Network! In a second step, selected career-support formats will also be opened up to master‘s students.

OBJECTIVES

The EUPeace Academic Mentoring Network aims to:

• Facilitate structured mentoring relationships between doctoral candidates, master’s students, and senior academics.
• Enhance awareness of diverse academic career pathways across Europe.
• Strengthen employability and transferable skills for early-stage researchers.
• Promote interdisciplinary exchange in the fields of peace, justice, and inclusive societies.
• Reduce barriers to accessing career services and professional development opportunities.

WHAT WE OFFER

• International mentoring groups which focus on academic and career development
• Regular exchange formats with peers and senior academics
• Training in scientific writing, publishing, and career preparation
• Insights into academic career pathways across Europe
• Opportunities to engage in EUPeace seminars, conferences, and outreach activities

KICK-OFF EVENT

The EUPeace Academic Mentoring Network will be officially launched through an interactive online kick-off event, bringing together members of the EUPeace Doctoral Network, EUPeace Research Hubs, and the wider EUPeace community.

This session offers a unique opportunity to explore the mentoring activities available across the Alliance and to connect directly with potential mentors and peers.

EVENT DETAILS

Date: Monday, 11 May 2026

Time: 18:00 – 19:30 (CET)

Format: Online