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pbctoday<\/em> writes:<\/p>\n The mentoring scheme aims to\u00a0bring together individuals who are seeking support and guidance on their\u00a0career development<\/a>\u00a0from more experienced professionals.<\/p>\n The aim is to \u2018buddy up\u2019 mentor and mentees with the best fit in the matching process.<\/p>\n Applications are open to all those working within the planning sector, from students through to those working in the boardroom.<\/p>\n Jessica Herritty, chair of the East Midlands Committee, said: \u201cWe are really excited to launch the scheme on\u00a0International Women\u2019s Day<\/a>\u00a0and hope it will provide meaningful connections and support for people in our network over the course of the next year.\u201d<\/p>\n Emma Cartledge-Taylor, chair of the West Midlands Committee, said: \u201cWomen in Planning was set up to empower women and support them throughout their careers.<\/p>\n \u201cWe are passionate about the scheme and it is fantastic extension of that promise and will contribute to this year\u2019s theme of \u201cChoose to Challenge\u201d.\u201d<\/p>\nEmpowering and supporting women<\/h3>\n