Create a dynamic mentorship program
Many individuals living below the NPPS do not have the professional networks or early influences that individuals in middle- or upper-income backgrounds bring to their professional careers.
Civic associations are prime sources of mentors and a strong commitment by the group, as a whole, will result in significant change in your community.
To get started:
Demonstrate your commitment to mentoring through the establishment of a long-term program.
Identify members who would like to serve as mentors.
Connect with schools, community centers, employment centers and transitional housing where mentorships are most needed.
Network with other mentorship programs to establish best practices and identify any relevant state and local regulations that pertain to working with adolescents.
Create materials to complement your program, addressing topics such as resume writing, interview preparation, the job search process, digital literacy, word processing, intercultural relations, and English language support.
