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Recognizing January as National Mentoring Month to Support Youth Development

The Senate officially designated January 2024 as National Mentoring Month to highlight the critical role of adult mentors in young people's lives. This resolution aims to boost academic success, career readiness, and mental well-being among youth. It encourages citizens and institutions to expand mentoring efforts to address the gap where one in three young people lacks an adult mentor outside the home.
Key points
Community Call to Action: Promotes volunteering and institutional support to close the significant gap in youth mentoring nationwide.
Focus on Youth Success: Acknowledges mentoring as a key factor in improving school attendance, grades, self-confidence, and reducing juvenile delinquency.
Mental Health and Stability: Recognizes the positive impact of mentoring on the mental health and social-emotional well-being of vulnerable youth.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_529
Sponsor: Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI]
Process start date: 2024-01-18