The Center for Evidence-Based Mentoring

"...you could capture all of my research findings with the metaphor of a saltshaker. Instead of filling it with salt, fill it with all the ways you can say yes, and that’s what a good relationship is. 'Yes,' you say, 'that is a good idea.' 'Yes, that’s a great point, I never thought of that.' 'Yes, let’s do that if you think it’s important.' You sprinkle yeses throughout your interactions—that’s what a good relationship is." 

Editorial Board member Janis Kupersmidt looks at the evolution for formal and natural mentoring.  

Continuing our series of videos from the Short Course, here's Richard Lerner's thoughts about formal and informal mentoring.  

Presentation at the CEBM Short Course “Strengthening the Links Between Formal and Informal Mentoring” in Boston, MA on 10/20/2014. Sarah Schwartz, PhD. presents…

We're very proud of our association with Renee Spencer.  Here's her talk from our recent Short Course. 

Start off your Monday with the wise words of Marty Martinez, CEO of Mass Mentoring, as he discusses the importance of natural mentoring.  

How can mentoring help encourage an interest in STEM among youth?  

Our latest editorial board member, Vivian Tseng, shares with us her insights on how to get your research out there.  

Today is the United Nations' International Day for People with Disabilities.  How can we create programs with a more inclusive environment for disabled kids?  

If you're working with kids who are affected by the Ferguson decision, this Ferguson Curriculum might help you find a way to address it with them.  

Here's the first batch of videos from our short course.  

In light of the Ferguson decision, looking at the role mentoring plays in the lives of black teenagers is important.  

Looking for something to listen to on a long car ride?  We just added audio from our short courses to our iTunes Mentoring U station.  Learn more about youth mentoring while you're headed home to see the family! 

Thanksgiving is in a few days.  Jean Rhodes's insights on the nature of gratitude is especially relevant as we roll into the holidays.  

In observance of National Military Family Month, check out this study on how mentoring can benefit the youth of military families.