Connecting
what do mentors need to know?
WHAT'S Happening?
UPCOMING EVENTS
Wednesday, April 1st | 8:00 am-2:00 pm
RAW invites Project Launch Mentors to join us for Youth Mentoring Advocacy Day at the Massachusetts Statehouse! We’re recruiting mentors and mentees to join us for a fun day of networking and advocacy. We will take the RAW Van in together!
MATCH ACTIVITIES
Looking for activities to do with mentees?
March 13th | 5:30 pm-7:00 pm
Join us for a special yoga experience at Soul City Yoga, the only woman-owned yoga studio in Lynn! Expect an all-levels introductory class followed by a collaborative herbal tea-making. No prior yoga experience is required. Mentors and mentees simply need an openness to movement and new experiences. More details are available on the RSVP form; please register on behalf of your match.
April 22nd | 9:00 am-2:00 pm
Save the date! MMP is hosting a Health + Wellness Mentoring event offering free admission during the April School Break week. Join MMP for a Yawkey Mentoring Moment at Emmanuel College in Boston. Contact Project Launch for more details — let us know if you are interested in joining us at the Statehouse! Lunch provided.
UPCOMING MENTOR TRAININGS
MMP introduces “Mentor Circles” — virtual, off-hours opportunities for Project Launch Mentors to connect with other mentors, build knowledge, and practice skills related to being the best mentor you can be. MMP hosts these monthly on the 3rd Thursday!
February 26th | 6:00-7:30 pm:
Register for Mentoring Circle “Practicing Cultural Humility: A Chapter of Becoming a Better Mentor” — Hosted by MMP
mentor Match support
Thank you for being a Project Launch Mentor!
We truly appreciate your time, consistency, and dedication to your mentee and your role in making the program a success. We work as a team and are always here to support you in your mentor-mentee match.
To access a match support meeting, schedule a meeting using the calendar link below, or contact Norway directly at: norway@rawartworks.org
Need assistance planning a meeting with your mentee, or looking for a fun event to try together?
Project Launch is here to help — reach out for match support!
LOCATION IDEAS FOR MENTOR MEETINGS
Local Libraries: Lynn Public Library, Swampscott Public Library, Beverly Public Library, Salem Public Library
Cafes: One Mighty Mill, Starbucks, Panera, Periwinkle’s, Dunkin, Walnut St, Union Cafe, Jaho Cafe, Atomic Cafe
Colleges & Universities: North Shore Community College, Salem State, BU, Suffolk, Emerson, Endicott, Montserrat College of Art, MassArt, North Street Bennett School — when possible, schedule an admissions tour in advance!
Museums: Lynn Arts, Lynn Museum, Peabody Essex Museum, ICA, Salem Arts Association, MFA, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum — request free or discounted passes from libraries!
Outdoor Spaces: Lynn Woods, Rose Garden, Kings Beach, Nahant Beach, Frederick Douglass Memorial Park
Sporting Events: Boston Red Sox, Boston Celtics, North Shore Navigators, or even local high school games!
Project Launch MENTOR ONBOARDING steps
Our mentor onboarding process equips new mentors with the tools, training, and support needed to guide their mentees successfully. From orientation training to your first mentee meeting, we provide clear steps, resources, and ongoing support to ensure a positive and impactful mentoring experience.
As part of onboarding, all mentors are required to complete CORI/SORI background checks, provide references, and submit necessary documentation. These steps ensure the safety and well-being of all participants. With training, resources, and these essential requirements, mentors are prepared to guide their mentees confidently and effectively. Below are the tools and forms needed to complete onboarding.