Hello WISE members,

Someone helped you get where you are in your safety career. Now you have the chance to do the same for the next generation of women in safety.

The Women in Safety Excellence (WISE) Mentoring Program is looking for mentors. Whether you’re a seasoned leader or a mid-career professional, your experience, perspective and advice can make a real difference for a fellow member who is growing in the profession.

WHAT’S INVOLVED

• A commitment of at least one hour per month, by phone, email or in person, at times that work for you and your mentee
• A one-year match, with the option to extend for a second year if you both agree
• No expectation to provide jobs or business opportunities — just life lessons, advice, coaching and mentoring
• All information shared between mentoring pairs is kept in strict confidence, and applications are reviewed only by the matching committee

WHO CAN APPLY

Mentors must be members of both ASSP and WISE. Not yet part of WISE? Joining is open to all ASSP members at no additional cost.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications are accepted anytime, and matches are made each April and October. Submit yours soon to be considered for the April match.

1. Log in to your ASSP account at assp.org (the application form only appears when you’re logged in)
2. Go to the WISE Mentoring page: https://www.assp.org/membership/communities/common-interest-groups/women-in-safety-excellence/mentoring
3. Complete the Application Form for Mentors and Mentees

You can also find the page by selecting Membership > Communities > Common Interest Groups > Women in Safety Excellence > Mentoring.

Thank you for investing in the future of our profession.

Abby Holovach, MS, CSP, CHMM, REM
ASSP Region III Vice President

Women in Safety Excellence Common Interest Group
American Society of Safety Professionals

How to Find the WISE Mentor/Mentee Application Form

Region III capped off its 2026 Professional Development Conference with an evening dedicated to the people who make our safety community stronger. The Awards and Honors Evening brought together members, chapter leaders, and guests to recognize the individuals and chapters whose dedication, leadership, and service stood out over the 2025–2026 year.

From chapter achievement awards and Safety Professional of the Year honors to Region III Hall of Fame inductions, the night celebrated the work that happens every day in workplaces across the region, and the volunteers who keep our chapters thriving.

Congratulations to all of this year’s honorees, and thank you to everyone who joined us.
Scroll through the gallery below to relive the evening’s highlights.

Download the photo gallery PDF here.

Region III Winter Town Hall Meeting 

Friday, November 6, 2026

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (CST)

Meeting link: Region III Winter Town Hall Meeting

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