The Leading Professional Association for Youth Mentors across the Globe.

Our Mission is to promote excellence and expand access to high quality mentoring and role modeling from yuth practitioners and volunteers. An initiative of The Mentoring Lab, The Assciation of Youth Mentors is run by experience youth mentors, youth practitioners and researchers in the field of youth development.

Dedicated to advancing the practice of youth mentoring worldwide.

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    Hello! In this short presentation, we will talk about some of the choices you make each day – choices that can either steer you toward success or lead you down the

    ‘You have been a great listener and advocate and one thing I love about you and your team is……you don’t judge’. Parent Ms S Francis At The Mentoring Lab, we

    Mentoring programs have been around for centuries, but today’s workplace is more diverse than ever before. To ensure that your in-house mentoring program is successful, you need to use the

    1:1 Youth Mentoring

    Guided by our Mentoring Tool Kit, our outreach mentoring improves student's and young people's focus, attitude towards learning and confidence, whilst enhancing their protective factors.

    Consultation

    With extensive experience of planning, designing and delivering mentoring projects, we design agile, fit for purpose mentoring programmes that are culturally safe and proficient.

    Youth Mentoring Training

    Offering CDP and Accredited Youth Mentoring Training, we offer reflective youth mentoring training for new and experienced youth practitioners working with marginalised youth.

    Recruitment

    We handle the sourcing, recruitment, screening and training so your young people benefit from consistent, high-quality mentoring. Partner with us for a hassle-free youth mentor recruitment service.

    Our Clients

    Babz Carriman
    22:34 23 Oct 24
    The course facilitator Elaine was brilliant, very engaging. The content of the course was really informative and I've learned loads, and I am already incorporating what I've learnt in my daily practise.
    The only reason I haven't given 5* is because I feel it was so intense that it would work better spread across a longer period of time, allowing more time to process the information.
    Would most definitely recommend!
    Nicholas Osei
    16:05 11 Oct 24
    I did the youth mentoring course level 3 It's Amazing course! every mentor needs to do this. Very informative and brings a great level of structure to your mentoring . The mentoring course will change the way you do mentoring for the better!
    Kafui FAST
    16:04 11 Oct 24
    Great content and Elaine is a great instructor. A real must do course if you consider yourself a mentor and need a framework and expert insight in how to grow your practice.
    Kofi Owusu
    05:41 22 Sep 24
    This mentoring training has really impacted me very well.
    I have learnt a lot about leadership, mentoring, coaching and role playing.
    I have understood a lot about goal setting.
    I strongly believe that, this training will add up and improve my leadership career.
    Thank you so much.
    kumi Agyenim Boateng
    21:13 09 Sep 24
    Thank you, Elaine, for creating an environment where I could learn, share, and grow. Your leadership and mentorship have made a significant impact on me, and I appreciate the opportunity to have been a part of this experience.
    Shayanna Dyer-Harris
    16:49 10 Feb 23
    I have just finished a great Mentoring session with The Mentoring Lab. It was incredibly informative. I've left with a wealth oof information that I feel I can apply to what about to do. I feel confident that I understand the role of a mentor and that I can help that I will mentor work towards achieving their goals. A great course I'd recommend to anyone that is interested in taking mentoring seriously.
    Judith Medioni
    16:03 03 Feb 23
    It was a fantastic training! We learnt many techniques and approaches.
    I was impressed by the level of knowledge and experience of the trainer.
    Micaela Basilico
    16:01 03 Feb 23
    I highly recommend Elaine's mentoring training, it has been very useful and I am sure it will reflect on my practice in a positive way.
    Rachael Bundu
    15:36 29 Nov 22
    Best Mentoring Programme I have been on to date. Great practical resources and trainer Elaine was brilliant. Very clear, informative with tonnes of experience. Really enjoyed and would 100% recommend.
    jessica moreno
    13:45 28 Sep 22
    Thank you Elaine, your knowledge and passion was felt during the training session. I highly appreciate the information and tools shared and feel more confident in my current role in a youth mentoring charity.

    WHAT IS YOUTH MENTORING?

    Youth mentoring is the practice of being safely guided by a trusted person with a set of qualities and more experience in a particular area, via the use of mentoring tools and techniques, to support another with less experience in the progression and achievement of chosen goals and targets.

    Definition by Elaine Thomas, The Mentoring Lab Founder Ceo

    “Rarely have I seen an organisation with this quality of mentoring model.  The Mentoring Lab has a lot to offer the sector.”
     
    Vicky Torrance
    (JNC qualified youth worker with over 23 years experience within the sector)

    Training in Quality and Standards

    WHAT IS YOUTH MENTORING?

    Youth mentoring is the practice of being safely guided by a trusted person with a set of qualities and more experience in a particular area, via the use of mentoring tools and techniques, to support another with less experience in the progression and achievement of chosen goals and targets.

    Rarely have I seen an organisation with this quality of mentoring model. 
    The Mentoring Lab has a lot to offer the sector.
     
    Vicky Torrance
    (JNC qualified youth worker with over 23 years experience within the sector)

    WHAT IS A YOUTH MENTOR?

    A youth mentor is a trusted person with a set of qualities and experience in a particular area. Able to use mentoring tools and techniques to safely guide another with less experience in that area, to support their progression in achieving chosen goals and targets.

    The Mentoring Tool Kit (3rd Ed)

    This youth mentoring tool kit will develop trust and confidence in the mentoring process. Creating safer spaces where mentees can make a tangle progression. Equipping young people with lifelong tools to reflect, explore, reframe and develop the qualities to succeed.

    Xirone's Experience

    Children and young people living safe and happy lives is our priority.

    We are committed to offering high-quality service that puts the needs of your young person first.

    The Mentoring Lab Community

    Learn more about our sister organisation The Mentoring Lab Community C.I.C. Founded by our director, Elaine Thomas. Join the range of mentoring clubs and opportunities where young people can develop their sense of sense, worth and belonging.

    The Mentoring Tool Kit (3rd Ed)

    This youth mentoring tool kit will develop trust and confidence in the mentoring process. Creating safer spaces where mentees can make a tangle progression. Equipping young people with lifelong tools to reflect, explore, reframe and develop the qualities to succeed.

    I would like to say a big thank you for supporting me and my family at a very delicate and important time of my child’s teenage years. You and your amazing staff have been very supportive and made us feel like we are not alone , you have been a great listener and advocate and one thing I love about you and your team is……you don’t judge. I want to say to parents, if you are struggling with anything, please reach out to this amazing organisation that feels like a family. Please don’t suffer alone.

    The Mentoring Lab Community

    Learn more about our sister organisation The Mentoring Lab Community C.I.C. Founded by our director, Elaine Thomas. Join the range of mentoring clubs and opportunities where young people can develop their sense of sense, worth and belonging.

    Outreach Youth Mentoring

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    Hello! In this short presentation, we will talk about some of the choices you make each day – choices that can either steer you toward success or lead you down the

    ‘You have been a great listener and advocate and one thing I love about you and your team is……you don’t judge’. Parent Ms S Francis At The Mentoring Lab, we

    Mentoring programs have been around for centuries, but today’s workplace is more diverse than ever before. To ensure that your in-house mentoring program is successful, you need to use the

    Knowledge Bank

    Read an Array of articles, blog and case studies to enhance your practice and gain a CPD.

    Access youth mentoring tools, techniques and resources to support your youth mentoring practice.

    Explore research and studies related to youth mentoring form around the world.