youth mentorship
Guiding young people
Youth mentorship is a relationship in which an older or more experienced person guides a younger one, offering advice, support, and modeling.
The term emphasizes structured programs pairing adults with young people for personal development: The nonprofit runs a youth mentorship program for at-risk teens.
It implies ongoing investment rather than casual advice-giving.
- role modelingDemonstrating behavior worth emulating
- trusted adultReliable older caregiver
- community centersPublic gathering facilities
- after-school programsOrganized youth activities post-classes
- safe spaceSupportive, threat-free environment
goal setting · empathy · protégé · second chances · young people · self-confidence · active listening · emotional intelligence · career exploration · e-mentoring · empowerment · cultural sensitivity · self-awareness · communication skills · curiosity · trustworthiness · sports teams · big brother
youth mentorshippeer counseling
Guidance from equals
peer support · peer mentoring · self-directed learning · peer tutoring · self-help