DISI is a career development program designed to support those pursuing their CPM Certification. The program is open to all IREM members and employees of AMO organizations, with a focus on members of marginalized identities or backgrounds.
To further advance the DISI benefits, there have been several program changes. Beginning in 2023, you are no longer required to be an IREM member to apply. Employees of AMO firms can now participate as well. Visit the AMO Directory to see if your firm is a current AMO.
Established in 2009 as Diversity Scholars, the program was renamed DISI in 2019. Since its foundation, this programs benefits have evolved significantly. Thanks to a generous sponsorship from the IREM Foundation, 10 DISI Leaders are selected each year.
A meaningful resource and large benefit of this program is professional mentorship. Through professional mentorship, DISI Leaders have a personal guide and resource to help them as they navigate their career goals and obtain the CPM certification. Scroll down for more information on eligibility, how to apply, and program benefits.
Apply to be a DISI Mentor in 2024
Applications for the 2024 DISI program will open in April 2024. Scroll down for more information on eligibility, how to apply, and program benefits.
New this Year: DISI 2025
The application timeline for DISI 2025 will begin a year in advance. Our hope is that this will allow our participants more time to plan and enjoy the full benefits of the program. Applications for DISI 2025 will open in April 2024. Scroll down for more information on eligibility, how to apply, and program benefits.
Who's eligible?
Any CPM can be a Mentor, but DISI will prioritize applications from members who:
- Have CPM certification
- Have at least five years professional experience
- Are a current member of an Advisory Council
Even if you don’t meet all the criteria but are interested in being a Mentor, we encourage you to apply! Contact the DEI Initiatives team with any questions.
Expectations & Responsibilities
- Plan to meet with your Leader at least four times throughout the year, including once at an IREM education event.
- Invite your DISI Leader to at least one meeting of the IREM Standing Committee or Advisory Council on which you serve.
- Willingness to share honestly and vulnerably about how to thrive & succeed
- Participate in one virtual 2-hr. Mentor Orientation - via zoom
- Participate in two Mentor Community calls with IREM HQ – via zoom
Benefits of Being a Mentor
- DISI Leaders & Mentors networking during an IREM education event
- DISI Leaders & Mentors feature article in our JPM magazine
- Personal fulfillment at helping expand and diversify the profession of real estate management
DISI Mentor timeline
2024 DISI program
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2025 DISI program
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May ‘24
- Mentors notified
- Virtual Orientation
- Paired with Leader
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June ‘24
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September ‘24
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July ‘24
- Virtual orientation
- Paired with Leader
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October ‘24
- IREM Global Summit Conference
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Jan – Oct 31, 2025
- Program officially begins
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December ‘24
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How to apply?
Mentor applications are open April 3-21, 2024. Apply for terms in 2024 or 2025. Come back to apply.
How long does it take to apply?
It typically takes an applicant an average of 20-30 minutes to complete the DISI mentorship application.
May I see examples of who's been named a DISI Leader in previous years?
Sure! View previous DISI Leaders
Questions?
Contact us at diversity@irem.org.
The IREM Foundation is a proud partner of this program.