Culture and Context

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

Beyond academics: How after-school programs play an essential role on youth development & learning

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Philp, K. (2022). More than homework help: The critical role…

Race, Racism, and Relationships: What Matters for Teens’ Mental Health?

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By Jessica Stern, Reprinted from YouthNEX Think back to…
Tom Keller

Profiles in Mentoring: A conversation with mentoring expert Thomas Keller

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Interviewed by Maaike Kroes and Iris Kools Thomas Keller serves…

Vlog: Youth Mental Health & Reshaping Our Culture

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By Daniel Fairley II, Reprinted from Youth-NEX This vlog…

LGBTQ Students in College: Fostering Inclusion, Acceptance, and Safety

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By Marshall Forstein, M.D. and Gene Beresin, Executive Director,…

What qualities are needed for mentoring aboriginal youth in Australia?

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Munday, J., & Rowley, J. (2022). Cultural collaboration:…

Haines: Mentoring vital to bridging relationship gap for youth in foster care

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By Christina Haines, Reprinted from the Boston Herald As…

Progress Not Perfection: A Pathway to HOPE

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By Jamal Stroud, M.A. (Camp HOPE America, Mentor and Outreach…

Children’s Bureau Advises Agencies to Provide Supportive Care for LGBTQ Youth

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Reprinted from the Annie E. Casey Foundation The U.S.…