Peer mentoring allows youth to support and learn from one another. When older or more experienced youth help guide others, both mentors and mentees benefit.
Mentors develop leadership and communication skills while younger participants gain encouragement and guidance from someone they can relate to.
Adults play an important role in organizing mentoring opportunities and providing guidance for mentors.
Peer mentoring strengthens community by encouraging cooperation and shared responsibility.
Child Champions recognize that young people often learn effectively from one another. Peer mentoring creates opportunities for youth to build leadership skills while strengthening connections within the program.