23 March 2026NewsDiversityMuireann Bolger

Mentoring for change: ‘You need someone to challenge self-doubt’

Stephanie Foy, managing associate at Mishcon de Reya, shares how a new mentoring initiative from IP Inclusive can help women navigate the challenges of IP law and build lasting careers.

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