Peer Networking for Promotion
Peer Networking for Promotion (PN4P) is a Gender Equity and Inclusion initiative designed to support women and individuals of diverse sex, sexuality and gender (DSSG) at Curtin University who are seeking promotion. PN4P groups, comprised of academics from different Schools, work together to establish targets and support one another throughout the promotion journey.
In 2023, the PN4P Pilot ran in response to requests for mentoring assistance for those seeking academic promotion and was designed as a complement to the Promotion Workshops offered by the Associate Provost. In 2024, the Program officially launched. PN4P 2025 is now underway, welcoming newcomers throughout the program duration.
For more information about PN4P, or to register your interest, please contact genderequityandinclusion@curtin.edu.au.
Feedback from 2023 PN4P Pilot participants:
“[Peer Networking for Promotion] was great support, no doubt about it! Having written feedback and an example application, CV, etc. from a mentor who had undergone the process already and been successful even though from a different faculty.”
“Lots of useful feedback was provided. There was collegiality and support demonstrated. Having a person outside of my work group read my draft application and give feedback was very helpful.”
Feedback from 2024 PN4P participant:
“The Peer Networking for Promotion program has provided an invaluable series of workshops and support mechanisms that systematically and comprehensively facilitate career development and promotion. Through the program, senior colleagues generously share their diverse insights and guidance, often drawing from their own experiences to provide practical and constructive advice.
My journey through PN4P was greatly enriched by the collaborative efforts of my senior mentor and fellow mentees from different faculties. Together, we worked on each application, providing and receiving detailed, constructive feedback while sharing diverse personal and career experiences. This collaborative environment transformed what could have been an intimidating and isolating process into one that was supportive and inspiring.”