Culture and Context

This section includes articles that explore the racial, cultural, and broader contextual dimensions of mentoring relationships.

What is the “relationship gap” and why is it important?

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Reprinted fom the Search Institute Helping Students Thrive:…

Latinx Families’ Strengths and Resilience Contribute to Their Well-being

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By Natasha Cabrera, Angelica Alonso, Yu Chen, and Rachel…

The Mentoring Effect: Indigenous Youth

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Reprinted from MENTOR Canada Mentor Canada’s Mapping…

Microcredentials and mentoring: How universities can boost student employability

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By Ann-Louise Davidson, Reprinted from YouthREX The looming…

When your grandmother is your mentor: New study reveals positive associations in young adults

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Editor's note: Here's an interesting study that I thought you…

What factors promote positive youth development among Chinese youth?

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Wang, Y., Li, X., Bronk, K. C., & Lin, D. (2022). Factors…

Study Shows a Key to Reducing Poverty: More Friendships Between Rich & Poor

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By Claire Cain Miller, Josh Katz, Francesca Paris, and Aatish…

Networking as a First-Generation Student Can Be Hard. Here’s How to Get Started.

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By AiLun Ku and Ray Reyes, Reprinted from the Harvard Business…