Resource Library

Peruse our carefully researched and refined resources for caregivers, mentors, and programs.

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Youth Resources

Explore toolkits, written guides, and webinar recordings for mentees, peer mentors, and youth.

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Program Resources

Here, you'll find a collection of resources on best practices for youth mentoring programs including MENTOR’s Elements of Effective Practice for Mentoring™, and six supplements on various speciality models and populations.

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MentorResources

Mentor Resources

Youth Mentoring Collaborative is proud to share vetted resources for individuals looking to improve their mentoring skills. You can explore this library for a wide range of resources including training modules, guides, and toolkits.

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Caregivers Resources

When parents, guardians, and other caregivers work in harmony with mentors and program staff, it’s more likely that mentored youth will experience positive outcomes from the mentoring relationship.

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So, Why Mentoring?

"In quality mentoring, the relationship results in the positive development of the youth toward a healthy and productive future in which the young person can achieve his or her fullest potential." - a Report for MENTOR: The National Mentoring Partnership

Ultimately, mentoring connects a young person to personal growth and development, and social and economic opportunity. Yet one in three young people will grow up without this critical asset.

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Young people who had mentors report:

  • Setting higher educational goals and are more likely to attend college than those without mentors.
  • Engaging in more productive and beneficial behavior in and outside of a school setting.
  • They enjoy their mentors - mentors help mentees stay on track in school, make good choices, and provide consistent support
Critical Perspectives on Mentoring

While it is critically important to ensure that youth have access to resources and opportunities that support their growth and development, one must also consider the societal context in which young people, in particular youth of color, are forced to deal with complex life challenges that systematically strips them of power and agency on a daily basis.

Toolkit for Racial Equity Strategies

"A mentor is someone who allows you to see the hope inside yourself." -Oprah Winfrey

It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men.
Frederick Douglass

Glossary of Terms

Learn more about how YMC defines terms within the context of mentoring and youth-development.

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Want to hear from the YMC team?

YMC & ME: The Podcast

The YMC & ME Podcast highlights the importance of high-quality mentoring relationships while exploring various topics relevant to mentoring ecosystems. This podcast is centered on having real conversations with real people focusing on topics that impact the BIPOC Community most. With a dual track approach, this series features interviews with mentors, mentees, community partners, and stakeholders from various sectors. Don’t miss out on our “Reveal the Heal'' segment in every episode where we discuss mental health topics with our guests. Put simply, this is a community that values real people with real experiences.

Breaking Barriers: Travis Richard

In this captivating episode of the YMC & Me Podcast, we sit down with Travis Richard from North Carolina A&T University, a trailblazer in innovation and leadership. Travis shares his inspiring journey from his early days on campus to becoming a pivotal figure in driving transformative change within the university. With a focus on empowering students and fostering a culture of creativity, Travis discusses the challenges and triumphs he has faced along the way. Listeners will gain insight into his unique approach to leadership, his passion for community engagement, and the groundbreaking initiatives he's spearheading at NC A&T. Join us for an enlightening conversation that explores the intersection of education, innovation, and impact, and discover how Travis is shaping the future for the next generation of leaders.

Sometimes Age is Only a Number

At YMC we center our work on youth power, so this episode will feature a youth expert. Here we define expertise by experience rather than age and today’s guest speaker is a great person who showcases this. This episode features an interview with a youth leader, advocate, and all around – superstar. Julissa Aguilar Galdamez is a freshman at Duke University, a recipient of the Outstanding Youth Leaders of the Year $20,000 Scholarship, an advocate for mental health, especially for the Latinx community, and so much more!

Leadership in Action: Lakeshia Smith

In this YMC & Me Podcast episode, we are thrilled to feature Lakeshia Smith, the dynamic Assistant Principal of Leesville Middle School. With a passion for nurturing young minds and fostering an inclusive educational environment, Lakeshia has become a pivotal force in transforming the school's culture. Her innovative approaches to leadership and her dedication to student success have garnered admiration from staff and students alike. Tune in as we explore Lakeshia's journey from educator to administrator, her strategies for empowering teachers, and her unwavering commitment to creating a school where every student can thrive.

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NEWS & EVENTS

Stay up-to-date with the Youth Mentoring Collaborative's current events, opinions, and staff information on the blog.

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Get On The Map

YMC's Mentoring Map connects youth and families with mentoring programs and increases the public's general knowledge of mentoring opportunities. Click the link below to learn more and get connected.

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DONATE

One of the best ways to take action is to donate. Learn how you can support Youth Mentoring Collaborative and youth of the Carolinas through a financial contribution.

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