Consider the purpose.
Would another trusted adult help your child explore confidence, relationships, direction or a change in their life? Ask your child what they would find useful too.
Explore the fit.
Discuss their interests, communication preferences and existing support. Ask how a mentor would be selected, supported and reviewed.
Agree realistic expectations.
Understand the proposed structure, safeguarding arrangements and how you will stay involved. The first conversation should help establish suitability; it should not promise a particular transformation.
From the ECNM journal
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