Like to become a mentor?

We are currently looking for more mentors for our Future Leaders programme in Auckland and the Far North.

Students are assigned a mentor at the beginning of the programme. This person acts as the ‘community parent’, and assists the young woman to move through her programme by meeting regularly with her and providing support and direct assistance where necessary.

The mentors are selected, screened by Police and receive thorough training to work alongside the young women.

What is a mentor?
Mentors are ordinary people. A mentor is someone who cares, who listens and who offers encouragement. Mentors help develop students' strengths and talents.

Mentors provide support and offer assistance and guidance at a crucial stage in a young person's life.

What skills does a mentor need?

• good listening skills
• trustworthiness
• ability to motivate and inspire
• cultural sensitivity
• empathy
• patience
• non-judgemental attitude

What is expected of the mentor?

• provide positive life choices and skills
• help improve self-esteem and self-image
• help improve school study skills
• provide new experiences
• assist with goal setting

What is the commitment?

• one day of mentor training
• attendance at the activity day for mentee/mentor match up
• visit with family at beginning
• fortnightly phone call
• monthly visit
• monthly feedback to mentor co-ordinator
• group activities – approx. every three months
• assist with 12-month goal setting development plan for the mentee
• complete an annual evaluation survey

For more details on the Mentor/Mentee relationship see the Mentor Guidelines.

Training
Training will require a commitment of one full day. Upon completion you will receive a certificate in mentoring.

The trainings are held on Saturdays, our next two are on 4th October and then February 2009, date to be confirmed.

Venue is the Kohia Teacher's Centre in Epsom.

Ongoing support
Support will be offered on a regular basis by the Future Leaders Programme Co-ordinators, who can be contacted on any mentoring issue. There will also be regular follow-ups and activities.

How do I become involved?
Complete the form provided and submit. more

Please call Catherine Wild, Community Programmes Manager on (09) 375 9243 if you have any questions you'd like discuss.

You will receive as well as give in this relationship.