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Mentorship Program

What Is the Mentorship Program?

The Mentorship Program offers ongoing connection and encouragement for participants within the sex industry under any circumstances. Seeking community and accountability without formal goal-setting or resource guidance.

Mentorship provides a confidential, judgment-free space to share reflections, celebrate progress, and talk through everyday challenges. It’s about building consistent, supportive connections that motivate confidence and personal growth.

Who This Program Supports

Mentorship may be a good fit if you:

  • Want steady, supportive connection with a trusted peer mentor

  • Prefer open conversation and encouragement over structured goal work

  • Value consistency, accountability, and community care

  • Feel that regular check-ins would help you stay grounded and connected

How It Works

  1. Match with a Mentor – You’ll be paired with a trained Mentor who understands the importance of safe, trauma-informed support.

  2. Regular Conversations – Meet on a schedule that works for you and your Mentor (often bi-weekly).

  3. Open Space – Share what’s on your mind, talk through challenges, or just connect in a supportive environment.

  4. Boundaries in Place – Mentorship is not 24/7 or emergency-based, but it does provide steady, reliable connection.

Why Mentorship Matters

Sometimes, what we need most is someone to walk beside us. Not to fix or plan, just to show up with care. Mentorship offers:

  • A listening ear and shared understanding, not advice or counseling

  • Consent-based check-ins that honor your comfort and boundaries

  • A community space to share life’s ups and downs at your own pace

  • Encouragement that reminds you, you’re not alone

How to Know If Mentorship Is Right for You

The Mentorship Program is ideal if you:

  • Are not seeking specific resource referrals or goal-oriented work

  • Would like regular conversations with a consistent support person

  • Want encouragement, connection, and a safe space to talk

  • Feel like community and companionship are what you need right now

If you’re looking to set and achieve personal goals, our Advocacy Program may be a better fit.

Things To Know About Our Mentorship Program

Hours We Offer Support: Monday - Thursday 9a-7p with urgent exceptions
Policies to Know: 24 hour cancellation policy for meetings, no-texting between The Cupcake Girls and participants, and Mentors are not on call 24/7
Do I Need to Be Currently Working in the Sex Industry to Receive Support? You do need to self identify as having been a current or former sex worker or a trafficking survivor to qualify for our Programs.
What Does a Mentor Do? Our Mentors are here to be a grounding regular part of your routine. They will meet with you virtually bi-weekly to monthly to hold space for you and your journey. They are predominantly here to listen and provide support. They may offer referrals but this is not a major part of this program.
Do I Have To Be in Vegas or Portland to Access This Program? No, you can be located anywhere in the US. We do not have international resources or referrals so we are not able to assist those living in Mexico, Canada, or farther abroad.
Does Mentorship Provide Emergency or Crisis Support? No. None of our Programs at The Cupcake Girls provide direct emergency or crisis support. We are able to provide references to programs that can.
What Is The Cost To Me? It does not cost anything to be a part of our Mentorship Program, though some resources may have their own costs associated. When possible we will connect you to pro-bono, reduced cost, or free services. 

Ready to Connect with a Mentor?

If you’d like a support system during your aftercare journey, the Mentorship Program may be right for you.  Contact info@thecupcakegirls.org and we’ll help you get started. Want to learn more about our mission? Visit our FAQ page.