S.h.i.n.e. Girl's Mentoring Program
S.H.I.N.E. Mentoring Program (Trademarked)
(SERVING HOLISTIC INSPIRATION NURTURING EMPOWERMENT)
S.H.I.N.E. is a 12-month mentoring program for girls ages 8-17 that prepares girls to conquer the challenges of adolescence and young adulthood. Our 1:1 mentoring program gives girls and young adults positive role models to guide them in achieving and maintaining a Healthy Mind, Body, Spirit and Social integrity that develops their leadership, self-esteem, self-confidence and vocational pathway to achieve their goals.
Our young ladies are divided into 3 groups:
REFRESHING START - Ages 8-10
These precious girls are getting a Refreshing Start to adolescence. As they begin their transition to another level in their young life, RRWES provides transformative workshops on embracing who they are releasing negative messages and refreshing with new perspectives and tools that will improve their self-esteem, and self-worth.
REFRESHING ENTRANCE - Ages 11-14
Entering Middle School is a game changer, an entrance into a challenging phase of adolescence. This is a very vulnerable time for our young ladies as they are navigating physical development and an onslaught of peer pressure & innovative ideas. This is a volatile time where emotions and relationships are challenged, and many times scarred. We provide this delicate group with the support and strategies they need for healing and victory.
REFRESHING REACH - Ages 15-17
These flourishing High School young ladies are reaching, reaching for independence and identity. As they explore their goals for the next chapter of their lives, they prepare themselves for future careers and roles. RRWES will hold them up, support them and guide them toward a healthy, and successful future.
S.H.I.N.E. Mentoring will help Girls and Young Ladies:
· Communicate effectively and improve inter-personal and problem-solving skills
· Make decisions and set goals
· Embrace a healthy self-esteem, self-worth and self-confidence
· Value education and have a better attitude about school
· Build stronger relationships with parents, teachers and peers
· Enhance understanding of etiquette
· Improve behavior both at home and at school.
· Build healthier relationships and lifestyle choices
· Better attitude about school
· Prepare her for college or other training
· Build stronger relationships with parents, teachers, and peers
· Realize the importance of spirituality
· Learn how to network
· Meet successful people
· Become aware of career choices
· Introduce her to innovative ideas, activities, and opportunities
· Prepare her for college or other training
· Explore career possibilities
· Enhance life skills, i.e., how to complete employment applications, budgeting and
making smart purchases
OUR S.H.I.N.E. MENTORING MODEL
S.H.I.N.E. MENTORS
A SHINE Mentor is a caring adult who has:
· the ability to listen and to offer friendship, guidance, and encouragement to
a young person
· a genuine desire to be involved and help youth
· respect for youth and their cultures and backgrounds
· empathy and authenticity
· compatible personalities, interests, and expectations
· prior experience in helping roles or occupations
· flexibility and openness; and
· the ability to see solutions and opportunities and help youth to see them as well
S.H.I.N.E. MENTOR program
S.H.I.N.E. is a community-based 1:1 mentoring program.
· The mentor is thoroughly vetted through a comprehensive application process:
Background check; Interview, and Reference Checks.
· Mentors go through Mentoring Training and receives ongoing updates on
best practices
· Parents/Guardian permission and active participation are required
· Mentors commit to at least a one-year mentoring experience; attend RRWES
events with their mentee; and initiate
at least one in-person contact per month
· Mentors focus on positive social, academic, career, and life skills as
appropriate for the age of the girl
The S.H.I.N.E. Mentoring Program was created by Rev. Linda Seatts-Ogletree, M.A., M.A.D.R., President & CEO of Release & Refresh Women’s Empowerment Series, Inc