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Keeping Mentoring Connections in a Socially Distanced World
Summary
In partnership with MENTOR Maryland|DC and MENTOR Memphis, Equivolve’s research uncovers ways to best serve youth, especially youth of color, both now and after the pandemic.
Date
2023
Solution
Strategic Research & Analysis
THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC has undoubtedly impacted youth, for whom school, extracurricular, and social life have been suddenly disrupted. Youth facing difficult situations at home—due to unstable family finances, resource scarcity, health issues, violence, and more—may be especially vulnerable amid changes forced by COVID-19. Pre-pandemic, mentoring relationships were a protective factor for youth in challenging circumstances and have been correlated with positive activities and outcomes. Mentoring relationships have been especially vulnerable to changes related to the pandemic. Considering how crucial mentoring is in helping youth stay healthy and safe, extra attention is needed to maintain mentoring relationships, given the level of complexity that has emerged during the pandemic.