In this episode of You Can Mentor, Zachary Garza speaks with Alyssa Bryant from Save Our Youth, a mentoring organization in Denver, Colorado. Alyssa shares her journey from the music industry to her role as Marketing and Events Coordinator. They discuss the organization's mission to instill God-given worth in young people, the impact of mentoring, and the various programs supporting youth aged 10 to 17. She highlights the importance of creating fun experiences for mentees, the rigorous mentor recruitment process, and the long-term value of mentorship. The episode ends with a call to action for potential mentors to get involved.
https://www.saveouryouth.org/mentor/--****Takeaways:
- Alyssa transitioned from the music industry to mentoring.
- Save Our Youth has a waitlist of over 90 kids.
- The organization focuses on instilling God-given worth in youth.
- Mentoring relationships average 52 months in duration.
- Events are designed to create memorable experiences for youth.
- The recruitment process for mentors includes background checks and interviews.
- Mentors are supported by mentoring specialists throughout their journey.
- The organization provides scholarships and resources for youth transitioning to adulthood.
- Fun experiences are prioritized to build strong mentor-mentee bonds.
- Save Our Youth encourages community involvement and volunteerism.
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Save Our Youth
06:25 Alyssa's Journey to Save Our Youth
12:10 The Impact of Mentoring on Youth
18:01 The Mentor Recruitment Process
24:54 Creating Lasting Mentor-Mentee Relationships
28:12 Supporting Youth Beyond 18
31:24 Call to Action for Potential Mentors
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