RAISE 2021 Evaluation & Annual Report_Web

Mentoring evidence

Raise Foundation meets or exceeds all the Australian Youth Mentoring Network Benchmarks, and we conduct regular audits of our program against them. In 2022, Kathleen Vella, our Program Director, and the original author of the Australian Youth Mentoring Benchmarks, will review the Benchmarks in line with international best practice to celebrate 10 years since their adoption in Australia. Element Benchmarks Raise rating exceeds • meets

Element 1 Planning and Design

Thorough program planning that clearly articulates the target group, aims, criteria and model of the program.

Element 2 Management and Governance

A management and governance structure underpinned by well- developed and targeted organisational policies and procedures.

Element 3 Evaluation

Evaluation to assess the impact and effectiveness of the program to improve its operation and promote its outcomes.

Element 4 Staff

High quality program staff with sufficient resources and support.

Element 5 Recruitment

Suitable mentors and young people recruited from the program’s target groups.

Element 6 Screening and Selection

A clear selection process to assess the suitability of mentors and young people.

Element 7 Orientation and Training

Comprehensive orientation and training for mentors and young people to assist them in building an effective mentoring relationship.

Element 8 Making the Match

A consistent matching process that links the young person with the most appropriate mentor.

Element 9 Monitoring and Support

Ongoing match support including regular monitoring and feedback to manage risk and create opportunities to celebrate the relationship.

Element 10 Closing the Match

A planned end to the formal relationship that is clearly agreed and adhered to by all stakeholders.

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Raise Foundation | 2021 Evaluation Report

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