Youth Mentoring Collaborative

A myth that's pervasive in #Mentoring and accepted as the norm is that mentoring is just a friendship between an adult and a child. Not true! Research shows that goal-oriented approaches to youth mentoring are way more effective than non-specific, friendship-oriented approaches. Is your program lacking clearly defined boundaries between mentor and mentee? Check out our no-cost consulting services, available to ALL youth-serving organizations in the Carolinas and beyond: https://lnkd.in/evTaseXu #NationalMentoringDay

Calling all Mentoring Programs in the Carolinas!!🚨 We need your help to grow the visibility of #mentoring. 1 in 3 young people in the U.S. will reach the age of 19 without having a mentor. Together we can improve these statistics with YMC's Mentoring Map. With customizable filters, anyone can use this map to locate mentoring programs that align with their needs. Submit your application by visiting https://lnkd.in/epvvqfAQ. Don't defer, YMC Staff is eagerly waiting to connect with you🙂. #MakingADifference #ConnectAndThrive #JoinTheNetwork #MentoringMovement

In a world full of challenges, youth #mentoring lights up the path of opportunity and growth. 🤝✨As mentors, we have the power to inspire, uplift, and shape the lives of the next generation. By sharing our expertise, experiences, and support, we can help young minds thrive and confidently navigate life's twists and turns. Check out our website for more information: https://lnkd.in/evTBsbMc

What was your favorite part of the #2024CYMS? From the interactive workshops to the gaming stations, 360 photo booth, and the character artist, choosing a favorite part of the conference is tough for us. Each element brought unique excitement and engagement, making the event truly memorable. Tag us in your photos from the event so we can see some of your favorite moments. #CollaborationOverCompetition #BuildingRelationships

Congratulations to our #Scholarship recipients! This year, in partnership with the Ciara Arts and Science Foundation, YMC awarded three $20,000 scholarships to "Outstanding Youth Leaders of the Year" in North Carolina. We revealed our scholarship recipients at the #2024CYMS lunch ceremony. We look forward to seeing the incredible impact they will continue to make in their communities and beyond. Together, let's inspire and empower the leaders of tomorrow.

Thank you to our #2024CYMS Program Partners! Y'all went the extra mile to support us during this intense haul - for that, we appreciate you! * 100 Black Men of Greater Charlotte * The Resiliency Collaborative * Durham Nativity School * BOOST * Reintegration Support Network (RSN) * Big Homie Lil Homie Mentoring * GRACED, Inc. * Thomas Mentor Leadership Academy * BOOST Beyond * Durhams Hope For Kids * WCPSS Helping Hands Mentoring Program Learn more about our #CarolinasYouthMentoringSymposium at https://bit.ly/4gT95GK

Thank you to Youth Mentoring Collaborative's President & CEO, Atrayus O. Goode, for everything he does. This #BossDay, we want to thank our visionary leader for emphasizing a safe and comfortable workplace culture, living and maintaining our values, and encouraging continuous growth for himself and others. Atrayus, we appreciate you! Learn more about Atrayus and the rest of the team at: https://bit.ly/3xBy0cN

Thank you to our #2024CYMS sponsors! With your support, the Symposium was the best it could be! *Ciara Arts and Sciences Foundation *City of Durham Office on Youth *NC IDEA *Coastal Credit Union *Self-Help Credit Union *StAR Lab *American Tobacco Campus *Raleigh Retro Gamers *Triangle Community Foundation *CommunityWorx Learn more about our sponsors at https://bit.ly/4gT95GK

We are excited to announce that the second cohort of our Healing-Centered Mentoring™ Fellowship, with 8 fellows, graduated this past weekend! Over the past 6 months, these practitioners learned how to implement mental health modalities centered on DBT and resources to support the youth in their programs more effectively. This space also allowed them to be vulnerable and intentional with their journey of healing🌱. Learn more about Healing-Centered Mentoring™ and the fellows of our second cohort by visiting https://lnkd.in/gEuNpFV2. #HealingCentered #MentalHealthFirst #MentoringMatters

For the third year, Youth Mentoring Collaborative successfully hosted our #2024CarolinasYouthMentoringSymposium on Saturday, October 12. Approximately 250 adults and young people convened at the Durham Convention Center to explore the theme Building Relationships Through Collaboration and Play. We are excited to share moments from this remarkable experience filled with #inspirational speakers and engaging activities. From the interactive workshops to the gaming stations, 360 photo booth, and the character artist, choosing a favorite part of the conference is tough. Each element brought unique excitement and engagement, making the event truly memorable. To see more photos from the event, visit https://lnkd.in/djAcK_FJ.