who we are
POWER FORWARD MENTORING
Power Forward Youth Leadership Mentoring empowers young males by providing them with positive mentorship and opportunities to develop valuable skills.
Established in 2009, this program is designed to assist young males in developing leadership skills, encouraging their participation in community service, and fostering a positive self-image. The program provides knowledge, structure, and guidance to help young boys build a positive future.
BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS
The program provides a place for consistent, positive relationship development between adolescent, peers and adults. Positive relationships are established and social skills are learned to better equip each boy in his life journey.
EDUCATION AND CAREERS
The program provides a constructive, effective, well-planned curriculum that teaches civic responsibility, encourages community involvement, and establishes fundamental leadership skills. The boys are able to apply their newfound skills while getting exposure to career opportunities. The future is a bright place!
TURNING A PLAN INTO ACTION
As our society becomes more complex, placing increasing demands upon individuals, it is more important than ever to return to a collaborative effort as a means of teaching children the skills necessary to become successful adults. We believe that implementing programs, such as the Power Forward Youth Leadership Mentoring Program, have the potential to transform the lives of families and help produce the kind of leaders needed for future generations.
OUR MISSION
EXPERIENCE
To expose boys to positive role models and new experiences through speakers, mentors and field trips.
EDUCATION
To expose boys to positive role models and new experiences through speakers, mentors and field trips.
DISCOVERY
To create self-esteem through uncovering and nurturing individual talents and abilities.
Why mentoring? Youth Leadership Development
EDUCATION
DAILY LIFE
EDUCATION
Students who meet regularly with their mentors are 37% less likely to skip class. ( Public/Private Ventures study of Big Brothers Big Sisters )
EDUCATION
DAILY LIFE
EDUCATION
Young Adults who face an opportunity gap but have a mentor are 55% more likely to be enrolled in college than those who did not mentor. ( The Mentoring Effect, 2014) )
DAILY LIFE
DAILY LIFE
DAILY LIFE
Youth who have mentors are 46% less likely than their peers to start using illegal drugs and 27% less likely to start drinking. ( Public/Private Ventures study of Big Brothers Big Sisters )
CONFIDENCE
MENTAL HEALTH
DAILY LIFE
Young adults who face an opportunity gap but have a mentor are:
81% more likely to participate regularly in sports or extracurricular activities than those who do not. (The Mentoring Effect, 2014)
MENTAL HEALTH
MENTAL HEALTH
MENTAL HEALTH
A study showed that the strongest benefit from mentoring, and most consistent across risk groups, was a reduction in depressive symptoms — particularly noteworthy given that almost one in four youth reported worrisome levels of these symptoms at baseline. (The Role of Risk, 2013)
SOCIALLY
MENTAL HEALTH
MENTAL HEALTH
Mentoring promotes positive social attitudes and relationships. Mentored youth tend to trust their parents more and communicate better with them. (The Role of Risk, 2013 .