Mentoring programs specifically for youth
Grounded in Amānah (trust) and the duty to protect from harm (La ḍarar wa la ḍirār), the program provides safe, structured ṣuḥbah with clear boundaries, supervision, and accountability. Assesses the structured program connecting youth with vetted role models for holistic nurturing (Tarbiyah). This is vital for excellence, operationalizing the duty of sincere counsel (Naṣīḥah) while preventing spiritual or positional abuse. It directly impacts community resilience and Ukhuwwah by developing confident, values-driven future leaders.
| Metric | Active matches & Compliance Score |
|---|---|
| Target | 100% vetting, >90% supervision |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| Method | Composite score of active matches, vetting completion, and supervision compliance |
| Unit | Percentage/Count |
Level 1: Initial/Ad-hoc
Informal & Ad-hoc: Mentoring occurs sporadically. No formal program, vetting, or structure.
Level 2: Developing
Developing Program: Basic mentoring initiated. Mentors matched with youth, but vetting is limited to DBS only; training and supervision are minimal.
Level 3: Established
Established & Structured: Formal program with clear charter and roles. Full safer recruitment (DBS, refs, interview) implemented. DSL oversees program; online mentoring complies with Children's Code; written agreements and parental consent in place.
Level 4: Advanced
Managed & Measured: Program managed with defined Tarbiyah framework and mandatory supervision. Compliance KPIs (vetting, supervision) are tracked. Data drives improvements.
Level 5: Optimizing
Optimizing & Leading: Benchmark of excellence with independent safeguarding review/audit. Program demonstrates long-term impact on youth character. Active contribution to sector best practices.
Organisation Types
By Organisation Size
| Size | Applicability | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Micro | partial | Formal charters and probation processes can be simplified, but safer recruitment (DBS, references, ID checks) and safeguarding training are legally mandatory if any youth mentoring is provided. |
| Small | partial | Documentation can be scaled down, but comprehensive safer recruitment and mandatory safeguarding training remain strictly required for any youth mentoring activities. |
| Medium | full | |
| Large | full | |
| Major | full |
Applicable When
- The organization serves a youth demographic.
- The organization has the resources to run a structured mentoring program.
- If mentoring is delivered via a vetted partner, assess documented due diligence and oversight.
Not Applicable When
- The organization exclusively serves adults or other populations and has no youth engagement.
- The organization lacks the capacity to establish and maintain a structured mentoring program.
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