Make space to speak.
A mentoring conversation can offer time to reflect on friendships, learning and the things a young person finds difficult. Their voice helps shape the work.
Know the role.
Mentoring supports development and engagement. The scope of a mentoring programme should be clear alongside any clinical, therapeutic or other specialist support already involved.
Keep support connected.
Agree professional communication and safeguarding arrangements at the outset. Where other services are involved, clarify responsibilities and how relevant information will be shared.
From the ECNM journal
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