Stephanie Foy, Managing Associate in Mishcon de Reya’s IP team, has been interviewed by World IP Review about her role as a founder of IP Inclusive’s Women in IP mentoring programme. In the interview, she explains that “the ethos of IP Inclusive is to ensure the profession is accessible, supportive and respectful - and that's what we're trying to do with the mentoring scheme.”
The programme launched its first cycle last year following “more than 100 responses when we opened applications” and has already attracted participants from private practice, in-house teams and the Bar.
Stephanie also highlights the importance of mentoring in helping women address confidence barriers and stay within the profession. As she explains, “sometimes you need someone to challenge your own self doubt”, particularly given the pressures faced by women balancing careers with caring responsibilities or entering underrepresented technical fields.
The full interview is available on World IP Review (subscription required).