Open Call for Mentors 2026/2027: Support the Next Generation of Leaders

Five hours. One young person’s future.

At Macedonia2025, we believe that talent grows fastest when knowledge, experience, and generosity meet.

As the new mentorship cycle begins, we invite experienced professionals, leaders, and entrepreneurs to join the Macedonia2025 Mentorship Program. This year, 64 new scholars join the program, alongside the scholars and alumni of previous generations:

• 52 new recipients of the “Atanas Bliznakoff” Scholarship for Student Excellence (ABF), for university students at Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje;

• 12 new scholars of “Talents Today – Leaders Tomorrow”, the scholarship program for talented high school students.

Through mentorship, you can directly shape the academic, professional, and personal development of some of the country's most promising young people.

Why Become a Mentor?

By dedicating a minimum of 5 hours per academic year, you can:

• guide and inspire talented students as they navigate education and early career decisions;

• share real-world experience, insights, and encouragement;

• help students build confidence, skills, and a clearer vision for their future.

Mentorship can take place online, by phone, or in person, depending on your availability and preferences.

Program Details

• Target group: ABF university scholars and alumni, and “Talents Today – Leaders Tomorrow” high school students;

• Time commitment: minimum 5 hours per academic year;

• Format: flexible (online / phone / in person / hybrid);

• Matching: two-way (mentor-mentee and mentee-mentor), via the Macedonia2025 Mentorship & Internship Platform MK2025Mentor;

• First meeting: within two weeks of being matched;

• Open call for new mentors: open until 31 December 2026.

2026/2027 Timeline

For returning mentors:

• November 2026: the new mentorship cycle begins;

• 30 November: returning mentor profile updates;

• By mid-December 2026: if possible, first mentor–mentee meeting;

• Mid-December 2026: mentors and scholars from all generations will meet in person at the New Year networking event. The exact date and venue will be announced separately;

We encourage returning mentors to hold their first meeting before the New Year networking event in mid-December so that mentors and scholars can meet in person at the event already connected. 

For new mentors:

• November 2026: The new mentorship cycle begins;

• By 31 December 2026: Create your profile on the mentorship platform;

• First mentor–mentee meeting: Mentors and scholars are expected to hold their first meeting within two weeks of being matched on the platform.

• Mid-December 2026: Mentors and scholars from all generations will have the opportunity to meet in person at our New Year Networking Event. The exact date and venue will be announced separately.

By mid-December 2026: If possible, hold your first mentor–mentee meeting. If this is not convenient, you can schedule it for any time that works for both of you.

How to Join?

New mentors: create your mentor profile on the platform, including your current position, areas of expertise, a short biography, and your availability. 

Create Mentor Profile

Returning mentors: log in with your existing credentials and update your profile (current position, areas of expertise, short biography, availability status, and an optional photo) by 30 November 2026. We encourage returning mentors to hold their first meeting before the New Year networking event in mid-December, so that mentors and scholars can meet in person at the event already connected.  

Update your Mentor Profile

What Is New on the Platform?

Based on the experience and feedback from the past year, the platform has been updated to make mentorship more accessible for both mentors and students:

• Two-way matching: students can still request a mentor, and mentors can now also offer mentorship directly to students;

• Student search by faculty, year of study, areas of interest, skills, and other criteria;

• Improved meeting scheduling, making it easier to agree on a time and format;

• Feedback after each meeting to help us monitor progress and continuously improve the program.

Mentors whose companies offer internships or practical training may also publish these opportunities on the platform.

Ready to get involved?

Mentorship is one of the most meaningful ways to give back. By sharing your time and experience, you help young people unlock their potential and strengthen Macedonia’s future leadership.

We would be honored to welcome you to the Macedonia2025 Mentor Community.

For questions or additional information:

scholarships@macedonia2025.com | +389 2 3161 015