We are excited to announce the selection of the dedicated professionals who will be guiding the next generation of records and archives experts through the ICA New Professionals Programme (NPP). After a thorough application process, we have secured a diverse and highly skilled group of mentors who will support the NPP participants from August 2025 to August 2026.
These experienced professionals from across the globe will commit their time and expertise to helping the 2025 New Professionals Cohort develop their careers, improve their skills, and navigate the challenges of the records and archives sector. The mentorship pairings are designed to ensure a broad range of perspectives, knowledge, and guidance in areas such as records management, digital preservation, archival ethics, and more.
Meet the Mentors:
We are pleased to introduce the following mentors, who will be supporting the New Professionals during this cohort:
| Mentor | New Professional |
| Hinerangi Himiona, Aotearoa, New Zealand | Huni Mancini |
| Mina Ibrahim, Belgium, Egypt | Herbert Duran |
| Ngoako Marutha, SA | Arvid de Raaij |
| Chris Cassels, UK | Faythe Lou |
| Mary Eugenia Luna Gonzalez, Venezuela | Clara Gimenez Delgado |
| Magali Soler, Luxemburg | Sandy Wang |
| Natalia Mendoza Servin, Mexico | Adria Font |
| Pepita Raventos Pajares, Spain | Manuel Antonio Riofrio Javier |
| Patrick Van den Nieuwenhof, Belgium | Yasmin Tarek |
| Irina Schimd, Egypt | Sayan Sanyal |
Each mentor has an impressive background in records and archives management, bringing valuable experience to the programme. They will support their mentees in building career strategies, mastering professional challenges, and exploring opportunities for continued learning and growth in the sector.
What’s Next?
In the coming weeks, the New Professionals will share more details about their individual mentors and the specific areas of focus for their mentorships. This will provide valuable insights into the mentoring relationships and the professional journeys ahead.
