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Ring in the New Year by celebrating National Mentoring Month in January ! This month is dedicated to recognizing the positive impact of mentorship and how it can help shape our future leaders. Mentoring has been around for centuries, with its roots in ancient Greece when mentors would impart wisdom and knowledge onto their students. Today, mentoring can come in many forms, from a teacher or coach to a mentor at work or even an online program. No matter what form it takes, mentoring can be an incredibly powerful tool to inspire and empower others. Let's celebrate National Mentoring Month by recognizing all the great mentors out there who dedicate their time and energy to making a difference!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Mentorship in Education</div><div class='timeline-text'>The concept of mentoring becomes increasingly recognized as a vital tool in education, guiding young learners in their intellectual development.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1930s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Big Brothers Big Sisters</div><div class='timeline-text'>Big Brothers Big Sisters, one of the first established mentoring organizations, expands its reach nationwide, emphasizing the impact of one-to-one mentoring.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Mentorship in Business</div><div class='timeline-text'>The business world begins to adopt mentoring programs for new hires and rising professionals, fostering leadership skills and company knowledge.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>"Mentor: Guiding the Journey of Adult Learners"</div><div class='timeline-text'>Laurent A. Daloz's seminal book on mentorships is published, highlighting their importance and proposing a new framework for effective mentoring.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2002</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Mentoring Month</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Harvard School of Public Health and MENTOR: The National Mentoring Partnership launch National Mentoring Month to recognize the impact of mentoring.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Digital Mentoring</div><div class='timeline-text'>With the advent of digital platforms, online mentoring becomes a popular form, allowing mentors and mentees to connect regardless of geographical distances.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer at a mentoring program</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find a local mentoring program or organization and volunteer your time to help mentor those in need. This is a great way to give back to the community while also fostering meaningful relationships.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a mentor meetup</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Host an event where mentors can meet and connect with each other. This is a great opportunity to network and learn from each other while celebrating National Mentoring Month.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share your story</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you have a story about the impact of mentoring in your life, share it! Whether it’s online or in person, your story could inspire others and remind them of the importance of mentorship.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Write a thank you note</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some time to write a thank you note to a mentor who has had an impact on your life. Expressing gratitude is a great way to show your appreciation for the work they’ve done.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Spread the word</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Share information about National Mentoring Month on social media and encourage others to get involved. You can also speak to young people about the importance of having mentors in their lives.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Mentoring helps to build strong relationships</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Having a mentor provides an invaluable connection between an older, more experienced adult and a younger person. It can help to foster understanding, build trust and create new opportunities that may not have been available before. This type of relationship is both beneficial and rewarding!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Mentoring provides role models & advice</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The presence of an experienced advisor in your life can provide you with valuable insight and support when making decisions. Whether it's academic, career or personal advice, having someone to turn to who has gone through similar experiences can be extremely helpful in navigating the challenges life throws at us.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Mentoring encourages personal growth</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Through mentorship, young people are given the opportunity to grow, both personally and professionally. By learning from mistakes and successes of those who have come before them, they gain important skills such as communication, problem solving and goal setting - all of which will serve them well into adulthood.</p></div></div>
National Mentoring Month is celebrated on January 1 every year. In 2024, National Mentoring Month will occur on a Monday.
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