The Mentoring Lab's CareerXplore program revolutionizes youth mentorship globally, connecting professionals from diverse industries with young people aged 14-25. This innovative initiative provides guidance, support and valuable industry insights.
What is Mentoring For Youth?
Mentoring For Youth is a digital mentoring platform designed to improve accessibility of youth mentorship worldwide. CareerXplore, its flagship program, offers free mentorship to young people from all parts of the globe.
Program Overview
CareerXplore's structured 14-week program includes:
1. Intro Session: Welcome, introductions and program overview.
2. Mentee Onboarding: Goal-setting, expectations and mentorship guidelines.
3. Group Mentoring: Industry insights, networking and peer support.
4. 1:1 Mentoring: Personalized guidance and coaching.
5. Cohort Reflection: Progress review, feedback and adjustment.
Benefits for Young People
1. Explore diverse career options: Discover industries, roles and pathways.
2. Identify strengths, passions and ambitions: Self-discovery and goal-setting.
3. Understand required skills and qualifications: Industry-specific knowledge.
4. Develop growth mindset, confidence and essential life skills: Resilience, adaptability and communication.
5. Gain consistent support: Regular check-ins and guidance.
Benefits for Volunteer Mentors
1. Support global youth transformation: Contribute to positive change.
2. Enhance mentoring and coaching techniques: Develop leadership skills.
3. Network with professionals: Expand your professional network.
4. Improve public speaking skills: Confidence-building presentations.
5. Opportunity to sponsor a young person's career: Mentorship and guidance.
Mentoring Style
1. Online group mentoring: Mondays, 6-7:30 pm GMT.
2. Face-to-face networking sessions: Saturdays, 6-8 pm GMT.
Session Plan
Week 1: Getting Mentees Ready (4 sessions)
1. Introduction to CareerXplore: Program overview, expectations.
2. Time Management and Productivity: Effective scheduling, prioritization.
3. Communication and Active Listening: Conflict resolution, negotiation.
4. Team-Building and Networking: Icebreaker, professional relationships.
Weeks 2-3: Getting to Know Your Career (5 sessions each)
1. Career in Technology: Industry trends, required skills.
2. Career in Healthcare: Industry overview, education requirements.
3. Career in Finance: Industry insights, career paths.
4. Career in Arts and Design: Creative industries, portfolio development.
5. Career in Entrepreneurship: Startup strategies, innovation.
What's Required from Volunteer Mentors?
1. Brief personal statement: Background, experience, motivations.
2. Photograph: Professional profile picture.
3. Overview of 5 x 1-hour sessions: Session plans, objectives.
4. Registration and commitment: Mentorship agreement.
Resources
1. Mentoring Tool Kit: Guided materials, templates.
2. Template Resources: Profile setting, course outline.
3. Ongoing support: The Mentoring Lab team.
Future Dates
1. CAREERXPLORE 2025 (COHORT A): 16/04/2025 - 09/08/2025 (Age 14-21).
2. CAREERXPLORE 2025 (COHORT B): 01/10/2025 - 24/01/2026 (Age 14-21).
Join the Movement
Empower global youth to achieve their dreams. Register your interest as a volunteer mentor today!
Learn more about The Mentoring Lab
Contact Information
1. Email: [email protected].
2. Website: [https://mentoringforyouth.com/tutors/subject].
3. Mentoring For Youth Socials
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentoringforyouth_/
- Twitter: https://x.com/M_4_YOUTH
- Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/MentoringForYouth
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mentoringforyouth
About The Mentoring Lab
The Mentoring Lab is a pioneering organization dedicated to improving youth mentorship accessibility worldwide. CareerXplore embodies their commitment to empowering global youth.
CareerXplore is more than a mentorship program – it's a movement. Join us in shaping the future of global youth. Register now and become a part of this life-changing initiative!
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the time commitment for mentors?: 1 hour/week for 14 weeks.
2. What is the age range for mentees?: 14-25 years.
3. Is the program free?: Yes, completely free.
4. How do I register?: Email [email protected].
Call to Action
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