Mentors matter…no matter your ageIt’s time to move the needle on mentorship. We want to shift from a space of conversation to one of action and we aren’t just talking about young people! It’s Mentor Month in Canada, a time to activate and engage in the mentorship space. “The service you do for others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth.” - Muhammad Ali
Most of us have heard of Muhammad Ali and know bits and pieces about his career. But did you know that his legacy is the inspiration behind International Mentoring Day (Jan. 17)? Ali lived by six core principles that we can all incorporate into our lives, both as mentors, mentees and community members. Confidence. One of the main reasons youth engage with us at SOS for mentoring is because of a lack of confidence. They are struggling to find their footing and need a consistent, strong support system that can help them find their way forward both personally and on their career path. Conviction. A big piece of the SOS mentoring program is around empowering young individuals to be confident and strong in their beliefs, and steadfast in their self-worth. Dedication. Mentorship isn’t a quick fix or a short-term relationship. It’s a commitment, where the mentor and mentee are dedicated to the process for an extensive amount of time. Respect. Through mutual respect and trust, it becomes a powerful relationship that leaves a lasting impact. Giving. You can look at mentorship as a way to give back to the community. Together, we can build a stronger, more resilient community simply through the act of mentorship. Spirituality. Spirituality can mean different things to different people. At the core of it, is being at peace with yourself and finding your way forward to give back to the community.
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