Improving Outcomes

In this section, we highlight proven strategies for increasing the effectiveness of mentoring programs

New study examines career mentoring for youth in juvenile justice system

Varghese, F. P., Bihm, E. M., Gibbons, C., Bull, C., Whitmire,…

Can Platforms like Facebook Build Social Capital?: A Systematic Review

Ahmad, Z., Soroya, S. H., & Mahmood, K. (2023). Bridging…

Leveraging and Integrating Digital Tools to Support Military Personnel

Leightley, D., & Murphy, D. (2022). Personalised digital…

Utilizing Program Staff Support to Successfully Integrate Digital Tools into Community Contexts

Al-Abdulmunem, M., Kozelka, E. E., Acquilano, S. C., Drake, R.…

New Study Highlights A Critical Link Between Mentor Support and Educational Attainment

Tise, J. C., Hernandez, P. R., & Schultz, P. W. (2023). Mentoring…

Read ‘Em and Meet: Effects of a Web-Based Intergenerational Tutoring Program for Kindergarten Literacy Outcomes

Hoffman, J. A., Hermelbracht, J., Carr, S., Medeiros, H., Burr,…

Mentoring on Their Terms: Balancing Connection and Goal-Setting for Young Adults

Schenk, L., Sentse, M., Lenkens, M., Nagelhout, G. E., Engbersen,…

What’s Getting In the Way?: New Study Highlights the Barriers to Effectiveness of City Year for Middle Schoolers

Berg, J., Osher, D., Hubbard, D., Pardo, M., Somers, M.-A., &…

UVA Mindfulness Research for Students Is a ‘Game-Changer’

By Audrey Breen, audreybreen@virginia.edu, September 23, 2024 Reprinted…