Malignant Hematology Mentorship Program

The ASH Malignant Hematology Mentorship Program is a unique, year-long opportunity for current first or second-year pediatric and adult hematology/oncology fellows in the United States with interests in clinical careers in malignant hematology to be matched with an external mentor who specializes in malignant hematology. Through this program, which consists of virtual and in-person components, trainees will be able to ensure that they have the guidance to pursue careers in malignant hematology.

Program Components

• Mentor-mentee matching based on common career interest and goals
• In-person kick-off on February 23-24, 2026 (mandatory in-person attendance for all mentees and mentors)
• Monthly virtual meetings with mentor and mentee
• In-person meet up at the ASH annual meeting in December 2026

Key Dates

Background

ASH is currently implementing the Classical Hematology Advancement Mentorship Program (CHAMP), which pairs hematology fellows interested in classical hematology with an external mentor. The Society has decided to expand this initiative and create a similar program for hematology fellows interested in malignant hematology. The goal of this unique, year-long opportunity for current first or second-year pediatric and adult hematology/oncology fellows is to provide external mentorship in malignant hematology. 

Mentee Eligibility

You are eligible to apply if you meet the following requirements:

• You are an ASH Associate Member or FHF Member in good standing at the time of the application.
• You are in your first or second-year of hematology/oncology fellowship training at accredited programs in the United States as of July 15, 2025.

ASH works to ensure a diverse applicant pool and participating cohort in the Malignant Hematology Mentorship program. This includes having representation of the diverse perspectives, talents and experiences of individuals, including but not limited to, those from centers without robust malignant hematology training and individuals from communities underrepresented in hematology.

Mentee Application Process

The ASH Malignant Hematology Mentorship Program application, as well as supporting documents outlined below, must be submitted through ASH's online awards portal.

All applications must include the following:

• Career interest statement
• Applicant’s curriculum vitae (CV)
• Letter of support from training program director 

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Mentor Eligibility

You are eligible to apply if you meet both of the following requirements:

• You are an ASH member in good standing. To verify your membership status, please log in to your ASH account.
• You are a current malignant hematologist or researcher at an institution in U.S. with a clear passion for mentorship.

The Mentor’s application, as well as their curriculum vitae (CV), must be submitted through ASH’s online awards portal.

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Why Mentor?

Mentors for the ASH Malignant Hematology Mentorship Program can expect the following from this program:

• Ongoing professional development to finetune your skills as a mentor
• Structured curriculum to ensure you are getting the most out of your new mentoring relationship
• Strong connections with the leaders of mentorship in classical hematology

Questions?

If you have any questions, email [email protected].

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