Teen Mentorship in Diepsloot
The aim of our mentorship program is to draw alongside a teen from Diepsloot and guide them on their journey through life.
Mentors are volunteers and are identified and assigned to the children based on compatibility to assist and guide children on a one-on-one basis.
We also have group mentoring sessions which include topics like substance abuse, bullying, feminism, HIV, rape and child abuse.
1-on-1 Mentorship
We understand people live busy lives. For this reason, we have tailored the program to fit around you and what you can personally manage. Once we know your interests and how you want to be involved, we pair you up with a teen of the same gender.
- Many of the teens have limited internet access and so they often ask basic questions which are easy to investigate.
- Mentors aim to assist mentees with basic life skills, school work, encouragement and draw alongside them through the ups and downs of life.
- Mentorship is about forming a genuine and mutually beneficial relationship.
- We recommend that you meet at least once a month in person and communicate over the phone/on whatsapp in-between. The principles to forming any good relationship applies, as what you put in is what you’ll get out.
- If you think you might be keen then give us a call and we’ll tell you more about it. We’ll work with you to find the best way for you to be involved.
* Training is given upfront to explain what the experience will entail. Thereafter support is offered and quarterly training is held with all mentors to facilitate ongoing learning.
For more info, contact:
How To Get Involved
- Become a mentor by signing up here;
- Speak at an event.
Donate to this Cause
Donations go towards schooling, school supplies and other various funding concerning the mentees.
Please consider setting up a small monthly debit order, or making a once-off donation to:
Khensani’s Collection
FNB 250655
Account: 62627428643
Reference: MP + [your name (optional)]
Other Mentorship Opportunities
Group Mentorship
Many teens do not have mentors or someone whom they can get advice from. For this reason, every few months we meet with a large group of teens. This gives us the opportunity to address general topics such as teenage pregnancy, drugs, school subject choices, finances, hygiene, medical etc.
Online Mentorship
In collaboration with Infinite Family, online mentorship is also available. So whether you live abroad, too far from Diepsloot, or would just prefer online mentoring, this is also an alternative mentorship option.
