Mentor
Big Brothers Big Sisters Auckland is a mentoring organisation that pairs young people aged 6-12 with an adult volunteer mentor, someone who can be a stable, consistent and reliable role model. The concept is simple; build a trusted friendship with a young person through regular hang outs that are focussed on having some fun and being a kid!
We currently have over 80 children on our waitlist, waiting to be matched with a mentor. Most of these children have experienced adversity of some kind and have limited access to consistent adult role models. Through a mentoring relationship, a young person develops hope for the future, increased belief in themselves, and chances to ignite their full potential.
You don’t need to be a counsellor, teacher, or expert — mentoring is simply about showing up consistently as a safe and positive friend to a young person. While the impact on young people is life-changing, many of our mentors tell us the experience has been equally rewarding, giving them a renewed sense of purpose, connection, and the opportunity to make a lasting difference in someone's life
Mentor requirements:
Have a full drivers license and access to a car
Have 1-4 hours free once a week for at least a year to spend quality time with a young person. Being consistent is crucial.
Be willing and able to actively engage with a young person (our mentors come from all walks of life and are currently aged between 20-70 years old!)
Be willing to go through our screening process
Be a good person!
Enquiry – fill out the form here https://signup-aus.keela.co/mentor-mentor-expression-of-interest - this is on our website under 'Become a Mentor', so we have your details and can learn more about you.
Once you’re matched, you’ll have monthly catch-ups with your Mentoring Coordinator, along with ongoing support whenever needed, as you build your relationship with your young person through weekly hangouts.
1-4 hours a week
Getting started:
The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form below. We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed.
Mentoring