A resolution recognizing January 2025 as "National Mentoring Month".
National Mentoring Month: Recognition of Youth Mentors
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Key Points
- The Senate officially recognized January 2025 as National Mentoring Month to highlight the importance of adults who volunteer to guide and support young people.
- The resolution aims to raise awareness about the "mentoring gap," noting that about one-third of American youth are growing up without a mentor outside of their home.
- Mentoring is credited with helping students improve their grades, stay in school, and avoid risky behaviors like drug use while also supporting their mental health.
- This action encourages government agencies, schools, and private businesses to work together to expand mentoring programs for underserved communities and foster youth.
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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S599-600; text: CR S598-599)
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Official Title
A resolution recognizing January 2025 as "National Mentoring Month".
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