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Governor’s Mentoring Initiative
 
Overview

Governor Janet Napolitano created the Governor’s Mentoring Initiative by Executive Order in 2004. The goal of the initiative is to encourage state employees and other caring adults to become mentors to school-age youth in their communities. The Governor’s Mentoring Initiative coordinates activities during National Mentoring Month in January of each year to recruit new mentors, recognize mentors and to increase the awareness of the great need for mentors that exists throughout Arizona.

 
Why mentoring?
Young people in our state are in need of positive adult support in their lives. Volunteers in our communities can play a vital role encouraging Arizona’s youth to build a better Arizona. Currently less than 2% of Arizona’s one million school aged children are involved in a mentoring relationship. Becoming a mentor is fun and rewarding!
 
How do I become a part of the Initiative?
Arizona state employees can become a part of the initiative by filling out the Commitment to Mentor form and submitting it to the Governor's Office.
Click here to learn more about the process.
 

How do I recognize an outstanding mentor?
Consider nominating that person or group of people for a Governor's Volunteer Service Award.



Photo By: David Zimmerman
Governor Napolitano poses with Amare Stoudemire of the
Phoenix Suns at a local Boys and Girls Club, during a
PSA shoot to help promote mentoring.
Photo Taken By: David Zimmerman
 
Governor Napolitano Recognizes National Mentoring Month
Mentoring Month Proclamation
Frequently Asked Questions about Mentoring
Please click here to for more information on local mentoring.
 
Staff Contact
Amanda Scott-Thomas
602-542-3426
ascottthomas@az.gov

 

 
 
 

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