Table 1.

Culturally Aware Mentoring (CAM) training areas of focus and example activities

Areas of focus within training and description	Example activities
Part 1: intrapersonal/self-reflection (2 h): participants are introduced to the structure of the training, ground rules are established, and the group engages in several activities designed to encourage mentors to explore their cultural identity	∙ “Culture Box.” Cultural identity activity (required homework) ∙ Racial identity exercise ∙ Self-reflection statements
Part 2: interpersonal (1 h): participants begin to explore how cultural identities affect interactions between mentors and mentees. Participants deepen their understanding of key terms and definitions introduced in the pre-session online module and discuss research on bias and stereotyping	∙ “A Tale of O: On Being Different.” Video on cultural diversity in organizations ∙ Key terms and definitions; exploring the science behind assumptions
Part 3: skill-building (3 h): Participants are introduced to strategies for culturally aware mentoring and are encouraged to build and practice skills through several case study and role-playing exercises	∙ Case studies ∙ Role play ∙ Principles and resources for culturally aware mentoring