Contemporary Issues in Mentoring

• NCJ Number: 185579
• Author(s): Amy J. A. Arbreton Ph.D.; Diane Colasanto Ph.D.; Douglas L. Fountain MPA; Natalie Jaffe; Amy Johnson Ph.D.; Kathryn T. McLearn Ph.D.; Catherine Schoen M.S.; Michele Y. Shapiro M.P.P; Cynthia L. Sipe Ph.D.; Jean B. Grossman Ph.D.
• Editor(s): Jean B. Grossman Ph.D.
• Date Published: 2000
• Length: 101 pages
• Sale Source: NCJRS Photocopy Services; Public/Private Ventures
• Publication Format: Document
• Publication Type: Program/Project Description
• Language: English
• Country: United States of America

Annotation

This report presents solid evidence that well-run mentoring programs can change the life trajectories of young people, reduce drug and alcohol use, and improve academic performance.

Abstract

The report focuses on essential elements of an effective mentoring program, mentoring costs, and the role of volunteers in mentoring programs. The report also considers lessons learned from mentoring programs and identifies specific benefits of one-on-one and group mentoring. The impact of mentoring on young people is addressed, and consideration is paid to mentor recruitment. Effective mentoring programs are described and evaluated, mentoring costs are assessed, and a national survey of adults mentoring young people is presented. Four mentoring models for the 21st century are examined that include school-based, hospital-based, sponsor-a-scholar, and one-on-one models. References, notes, tables, figures, and photographs