Culture and Context

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

Increasing resilience among LGBTQ youth: The protective role of natural mentors.

Sulimani-Aidan, Y., Shilo, G., & Paul, J.C. (2024). Increasing…

The Power of Connection: Understanding SES-Based Gaps In Youth Well-Being

Fang, W.M., Courtney, A., Jackson, M.O., & Zaki, J. (2025).…

Resilience in the Face of Community Violence: A Community-Based Perspective

Walker, I. A., Smith Lee, J. R., Payton Foh, E., McKoy, P., &…

Cracks in the Glass Ceiling: The Effects of Gender in Mentoring

Ragins, B. R., Hu, C., Wang, S., & Huang, J.-C. (2024). Mentors'…

Leveraging the Intersection: Understanding Black Queer Mentorship for BlackQueer Youth

Webb, J. M. (2025). Educational cultural visionaries: how BlackQueer…

Examining Black Students’ and Mentors’ Experiences in a Summer Engineering Experience for Kids Program

Fletcher, T., Alharbi, A., Qasim, M., Hooper, K., & Collins,…

Creating Safe Spaces: Cultural Responsivity in After-School Programs for Black and Hispanic Girls

Moses, J. O., Metaweh, M., Bravo, E. I., Stephens, D. P., Jean-Jacques,…

Beyond Good Intentions: Why Mentors Need Cultural Humility Training

Sánchez, B., Anderson, A.J., Herrera, C. et al. The effectiveness…

Elucidating Links Between Discrimination and Mental Health for International Students

Xiong, Y., Parasath, P. R., Zhang, Q., & Jeon, L. (2024).…

How Does Online Exposure to Racism Affect Mental Health: New Study has Answers

Tao, X., & Fisher, C. B. (2022). Exposure to social media…