Attend the 2025 Summer Institute on Youth Mentoring
The 2025 Summer Institute on Youth Mentoring will be held in Canada! The theme will focus on Indigenous ways of mentoring and supporting youth. The Summer Institute will be hosted at the University of Calgary from July 28-31.
About
The Summer Institute offers a distinctive educational opportunity for experienced mentoring professionals to engage in highly interactive discussions that provide an in-depth view of the research and examine its implications for program policies and practices. Participants attend an intensive four-day seminar presenting the latest developments in theory and research on youth mentoring. Sessions led by prominent scholars and practitioners include time for participants to think critically and creatively about program issues and explore opportunities for innovation.
Participants
To encourage an active exchange among professional peers and with researchers, the Summer Institute seminar is limited to 25 participants. Ideal participants have several years of experience in the field of youth development and are seeking an advanced level of professional development. They are experienced professionals who hold positions enabling them to influence the training and supervision of staff, the development of program models, and the implementation of service delivery changes based on the latest advances in the field (e.g., CEO’s, program directors).
Presenters
Presenters at the Summer Institute are selected for their expertise and influence in mentoring and youth development. These scholars and practitioners give presentations and contribute their insights to the discussions throughout the week. Speakers for 2025 include Alexandra Arellano of University of Ottawa, Marlyn Bennett of University of Calgary, Veronique Church-Duplessis of Mentor Canada, Thomas Keller of Portland State University, Tasha Mousseau of Friends of the Children, Adam Murry of University of Calgary, Teena Starlight of Indigenous Youth Mentoring Program, and Kate Storey of University of Alberta.
Applications
Prospective participants complete a short application and provide a current resume. Space is limited to 25 participants. Participants are expected to attend the entire seminar. Application information is available at the Summer Institute website.
Costs
Tuition for the institute is $600 CAD. Tuition bursaries (scholarships) are available for Canadian and international applicants and can be requested at the time of application. Applicants from Canada are eligible for a base $300 tuition bursary and may request additional tuition bursary support. Accommodations at a discounted rate are available through UCalgary Accommodations.
2025 Dates
The Summer Institute will be held at University of Calgary from July 28-31, 2025.
Applications and scholarship requests are due by May 9, 2025.
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